Product Technologist Home Textiles Oldham Competitive Salary + Benefits 12 Month Fixed Term Contract – Potential for permanent employment *Candidates from textiles, soft lines and garment tech will be considered** Our Client is a leading importer, supplying major retailers in the UK with beautiful home textiles and they are now seeking a Technologist to join their team. The candidate will be working alongside colleagues from the Design, QC and Sales departments and collaborating with overseas staff, suppliers and UK customers on technical matters. The role will require technical input on product development and production across all areas of textile home furnishings. A good knowledge of fabric production, product manufacturing and performance standards is required. Key Responsibilities: * Create product specs. * Set and maintain colour, fabric, seal, wash care and testing standards with customers and suppliers. * Risk analysis of new and existing product, working with the factories to mitigate risks and support them where necessary through pre-production * Assess and seal products at all stages, checking fabrication, make-up, fit, quality, packaging and testing – in line with the critical path * Ensure and raise standards to comply with or exceed customer expectations. * Liaise with the UK QC team to identify stock to inspect and implement an action plan according to the results. ...