Job Title: Garment Technologist Hours: Monday - Friday 37.5hrs per week Location: Manchester M11 Salary: £20,000 - £25,000 DOE Permanent Opportunity My client is actively looking to recruit a Garment Technologist to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded Garment Technologist to join a well established importer. Working closely with the design team and factories ensuring all work is approved and production runs efficiently and on time. Candidates should have a 'can do' positive attitude and flexible way of working. This is a great opportunity to work alongside some great well known clothing brands The Role Measuring and fitting all samples during the development process in collaboration with designer / customer Developing size charts Sending clear comments to factories: Proto, SMS, PP, Shipment Updating product workbooks with comprehensive fit comments and sample feedback, providing technical instructions to the supply base Ensuring samples are chased up and are on time to ensure critical path and delivery dates are met Attending fit sessions in-house Ensure that the garments are being produced to the required quality standard Reviewing AQL/ final inspections Investigate, evaluate and rectify any subsequent problems within the life of a product ensuring all relevant personnel are informed Liaising with suppliers and factories during the production to ensure technical issues are supported with clear and timely decisions to ensure shipment dates are achieved Liaising with designers and suppliers to offer technical guidance on new product development with the aim of reducing costs and improving quality; Promoting quality at all times whilst maintaining a strong commercial attitude Essential Skills A technically oriented qualification A minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role in a fast-paced environment Multi-product experience, able to move between product areas with assurance Comprehensive knowledge of fitting and resolving of fit issues Desirable Skills Pattern-cutting knowledge and practice is very desirable alongside the knowledge of grading and grade rules First-class communication skills; experience of working with different cultures and the challenges this can bring Able to work independently and as part of a team as the role requires Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook effectively Benefits: Casual dress Company pension On-site parking Monday to Friday - In office APPLY TODAY CPProfessional The Recruitment Co. is an equal opportunities employer and we're committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.