Garment Technologist

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.

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Desirable

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* 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