Garment Technologist

Location: Manchester City Centre (Deansgate) - Fully office-based
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Negotiable (Dependent on Experience)

We're looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Garment Technologist to join our growing team in central Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who's eager to develop their career within a dynamic wholesale clothing company. You'll be working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive and fast-paced environment, with clear opportunities for growth.

You will be working across various product categories, including:

• Menswear / Boyswear - Autumn/Winter and Spring/Summer collections

• Mens/Boys Footwear

• Additional product categories such as denim, shorts, and trousers

Technical Responsibilities:

• Create development specs from CADs or original samples at the start of each season

• Measure samples at all stages: first fit, pre-production (PP), and production

• Lead and conduct in-house live fit sessions

• Generate clear, comprehensive fit comments and amend specifications accordingly

• Provide technical diagrams and communicate daily with factories

• Advise factories on testing requirements (e.g., base fabric, bulk, zip tests)

• Conduct basic in-house wash tests as needed

• Review and approve care label layouts and interpret test reports

• Assess weekly bulk inspection reports from our China office

• Assist with reviewing final packing lists, packaging, and barcoding

• Provide commercial decisions on bulk quality issues

• Carry out UK warehouse checks when required (East Manchester location)

• Previous experience in a Garment Technologist or similar technical role is essential

• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.)

• Excellent organisational and time management skills

• Positive, proactive attitude and a willingness to learn

• Confident working both independently and collaboratively within a team

• Office-based role: Monday-Friday (some flexibility with working hours)

• Close collaboration with design, merchandising, and product development teams

• Be part of a supportive, experienced team

• Gain exposure to a wide range of menswear and footwear products

• Develop your career in a well-established, growing wholesale business

Major Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, privacy policy and disclaimers which can be found at Major Recruitment website

INDTM