Garment Technologist & Production Coordinator
We’re looking for a Garment Technologist & Production Coordinator with impeccable attention to detail to join our small team to oversee the development and production of garments from sampling to bulk delivery. You will be a technical wizard, offering guidance and solutions to overcome fit and production challenges.
Garment Tech Support
* Provide pattern development suggestions with a technical eye for construction, balance, and fit
* Collaborate with the Production Manager/Product Development Manager and Senior Designer to ensure garment feasibility and construction quality
* Measure new samples and check against requested specifications prior to fit sessions
* Organise and manage the sample fit schedule in line with the critical path
* Coordinate and lead fit sessions, recording detailed comments and relaying these promptly to factories and suppliers
* Ensure all required amendments are actioned following sample reviews
* Create and approve graded specs for new and updated garments
* Populate size charts for each garment on the website, with support from the Production Assistant
* Maintain consistency in grading, sizing, and quality across the range
* Check and approve pre-production and production samples, noting any construction or measurement issues
* Support with product testing (wash tests or wearer trials), providing feedback to factories and suppliers with suggestions for improvement
* Liaise with the customer service team on feedback and returns, reporting insights and recommending fit improvements
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fabrics, trims, and construction techniques to advise the design and production teams
* Help implement and maintain best practices for production and technical processes
* Organise and maintain technical packs, graded specs, fabrics, and trims, with support from the Production Assistant
Production & Product Development Support
* Support with the creation of tech packs for manufacturers, ensuring accuracy in specifications and construction details, with support from the Design Assistant
* Review and update tech packs throughout the sampling process as required
* Update the critical path document and log development samples
* Monitor critical path dates to ensure samples are delivered on time, flagging delays and updating the Production Manager on changes
* Support the Production Manager with updating internal documents
* Monitor and help resolve production issues as they arise
* Communicate with factories and suppliers to resolve issues, share amendments, and maintain timelines
* Manage daily communication with suppliers, ensuring queries are answered or forwarded to the relevant manager
* Raise purchase orders and job sheets, and maintain the purchase order log
Sample Management Support
* Track new samples from suppliers and update the team on arrivals
* Chase samples, ex-factory dates, and bulk production updates with factories and suppliers
* Review TOP samples and update the TOP sample log with detailed comments
* Flag construction or measurement issues to factories, suppliers, or the wider team promptly
* Organise and label samples, maintaining a tidy sample stock room and rails in the office, with support from the Production Assistant
Requirements
* At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role
* Keen eye for technical detail and strong knowledge of garment fit
* Experience fitting garments, including identifying and troubleshooting fit issues
* Excellent understanding of patterns and garment construction
* Strong knowledge of pattern grading, with the ability to create and approve grading charts
* Basic/moderate understanding of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
* Impeccable written English, with excellent literacy and communication skills
* Strong organisational skills
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively within a small team
* Self-motivated, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time efficiently
* Proactive, with strong initiative and problem-solving skills
* Able to stay calm under pressure and juggle multiple tasks confidently
Beneficial
* Able to create detailed, accurate garment CADs/technical flats
* Experience using the Shopify platform
* Experience working for a small fashion brand
* Interest in alternative fashion
Application
If you believe you have what it takes to make this fun but challenging role your own, then we would love to hear from you! Please attach your most recent CV, along with a cover letter stating why we should hire you for this role.
Please note, due to the physical nature of this role, remote work is not currently possible.