We require a Garment Technologist, based at our Manchester site. The successful person will be working in our experienced Production team across a portfolio of 60 world renown licenses, and be responsible for meeting the quality standards set out by your own Cooneen by Design customers.
Responsibilities
* Responsible for achieving all technical Critical Path dates.
* Check first fit/red & gold seals and send to customer along with necessary paperwork/specifications for approval. Highlight any issues to the Senior Garment Technologist
* Attend handover meetings.
* Attend CP meetings with factories/India office to monitor style progression and pick up any issues as early as possible.
* Ensure that factories are manufacturing in accordance to Cooneen and customer guidelines and provide technical support.
* Complete customer work books and paperwork.
* Advise the factory with any pattern queries as required.
* Ensure all information is uploaded onto customer online systems.
* Attend customer PP and fit meetings as required.
* Responsible for ensuring all testing and safety requirements are met according to the customer and cooneen standards
* Check and approve the factory AQL & needle/metal detection reports and inform the Senior Garment Technologist of any issues.
* Observe all Company Rules, Standard Operating Procedures and Company Policies particularly in relation to Health and Safety, Harassment, Disciplinary and ICT Security.
* Identify opportunities for improving the method of operation in your area of responsibility. Implement improvements which have been agreed with your manager.
* Responsible for assisting the Senior Garment Technologist in driving efficiencies, and promoting strong working relationships with client accounts and suppliers.
Reward
* In addition to a competitive salary, and opportunities to progress your career with Cooneen, you’ll receive a generous 35 days holiday, pension, life assurance, and payroll giving and a range of other benefits. Hybrid working options can be discussed. Please ask for further detail.
Requirements
Essential
* Experienced in a garment technology role.
* Experienced in the use of MS office, 365 package, in particular Excel, SharePoint and Teams.
* Has previous experience of dealing with client (accounts and suppliers)
* 3rd level qualification in Fashion and Textiles or related subject.
Desirable
* Experience of Browzwear or equivalent 3D software
* QC experience of garments & fabric.
* Experience of Childrenswear products.
* A clothing technology related qualification.
Other requirements
* Must be willing to travel as and when required.
* Willing if required, to undertake a CRB Check.
* Clean driving license
Cooneen group is an equal opportunities employer
We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting
This position is not eligible for VISA sponsorship under current guidelines