Garment Technologist - Dorset, United Kingdom - Q-HQ

Q-HQ

Verified Company

Dorset, United Kingdom

6 days ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

Purpose:

To liaise and manage cross-functionally all aspects of garment/product specifications, construction,

fits and quality from concept/design to pre-production, and shipment stages within the confines of

the business-critical path.

Key Accountabilities:

Involved in research and risk assessment of fabric selections, and garment constructions, and developing fit for purpose, right firsttime product with the X-Functional team at development/presales periods.
Responsible for developing base blocks/fits including the creation of measurement charts and full grading, for new product during development timelines.
Overseeing and implementing the grading and tolerance rules of cross category styles on all size specifications.
Work closely with the Design teams to review Proto samples and Salesman samples for all aspects of design specification, fits, colours, fabrics, and branding.
Review all tech packs created by Design team

- marrying design specification to production specifications taking full ownership of the product lifecycle into bulk production.

Responsible for the management of fit, quality & right first time on time delivery for their assigned product categories.
Lead product/garment Fit Sessions with the relevant X-Functional team members to review all aspects of products.
Analyse and advise on technical fit issues whilst communicating accurate comments to suppliers.
Working closely with the Xfunctional team to review, create and submit accurate comments product comments and maintain workbooks which are to be sent to each offshore supplier, within the specified timelines.
Requesting, analysing, and approving of all bulk fabrics, bulk trims, and bulk print/embroidery strikeoffs during preproduction stages.
Requesting, analysing, and approving all relevant product/fabric test reports including reviewing subsequent care label artworks during preproduction stages
Conducting inhouse wash tests/quality tests as part of the ongoing risk assessment of product during development and preproduction phases of critical path.
Create and submit accurate comments for PP/Gold Seal for each supplier, within the specified timelines and ensuring product is approved for all detailed construction and that all previous design/production comments have been adhered too.
Ensure all product information/approvals/comments are accurately updated into the business and department critical paths

- ensuring any decisions are commercial/consider wider impacts to the business.

Conduct where relevant wearer trials to ensure quality standards are maintained, keep an accurate logging system for these trails.
Manage the returns and faulty reports on a weekly basis. Analysing the data and resolving/highlighting any quality issues with suppliers and implementing solutions
Proactively highlight any potential issues to management teams with regards to quality/potential risks to maintain and elevate quality standards. Maintain a constant "what if' approach.
Delivering continuous improvement and creative solutions overseeing compliance longterm across Suppliers. always promoting quality.
Support on QC checks as and when required on landed goods in the warehouse.
Undertake audits by spot checking products and reporting on findings.
Provide support to other departments/team members when required in UK and on trips.
Seasonal X-Functional storechecks/visits.
Attend weekly meetings to discuss progress of critical path by style and inform dept. managers of any risks to product and timelines.
Be aware of trading standards and testing requirements where applicable to ensure products compliance alongside dept. managers.
Experience of working with offshore suppliers/factories

Requirements:

A technically oriented fashion qualification, preferably at degree level, is essential, as is a relevant experience of a similar role in a fastpaced fashion environment.
Multiproduct experience: ability to move between product areas with assurance across both Womenswear, Menswear, and potentially accessories.
Experience of working directly with factories, and understanding of factory production, workflow, production control, and equipment
Comprehensive understanding of both Womenswear and Menswear, fitting and fit issues is essential.
Patterncutting knowledge is desirable; knowledge of grading and grade rules is essential.
Thorough understanding of garment construction, fabric technology & testing
Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
A positive attitude towards challenges and implementing solutions.
Strong timemanagement skills; able to prioritise tasks & be flexible.
Excellent attention to detail
Clear concise communication is a must both written and verbally.
Confident using Outlook and Excel
Experience of working with offshore suppliers/factories