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Full-time, Temporary
bachelor degree
Posted 3d ago
~38 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Garment Technologist will manage the technical development of sock products from concept to production, ensuring they meet quality, fit, and performance standards. They will collaborate with design and supply teams to resolve technical issues and maintain critical path timelines.
Requirements
Candidates must have previous experience as a Garment Technologist, ideally with expertise in socks and manufacturing processes. A degree in Clothing or Textile Technology is preferred, along with strong communication and organizational skills.
Full job description
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Job Type: Full-time, 12-month Fixed Term Contract– 37.5 hours a week (Monday to Friday)
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Garment Technologist ideally with specialist expertise in socks to join our technical team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all sock products meet the highest standards of fit, comfort, performance, quality and manufacturability. Working closely with Design, Sales, Merchandising and overseas suppliers, you will manage the technical development process from concept through to production, ensuring products are commercially viable and delivered on time.
This role requires an excellent understanding of yarns, knitting technologies, construction techniques, finishing processes and global testing standards.
This is a fixed-term maternity cover position expected to last up to 12 months. The contract duration may vary depending on the return of the substantive post holder from maternity leave.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the technical development of all sock products from initial concept through to production approval.
Develop and maintain detailed technical specifications, construction standards and grading.
Review tech packs and provide technical guidance to improve product performance, fit and manufacturability.
Assess samples at all development stages, providing clear technical comments and corrective actions.
Conduct fit sessions and evaluate comfort, sizing and performance characteristics.
Work closely with suppliers to resolve technical issues and achieve the required quality standards.
Approve materials, yarns, trims and construction methods.
Ensure products comply with customer requirements, retailer standards and relevant legislation.
Manage laboratory testing programmes, including colour fastness, dimensional stability, abrasion resistance, pilling and fibre composition.
Analyse test reports and implement corrective actions where required.
Monitor production quality and support suppliers with continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain critical path timelines and ensure technical milestones are achieved.
Skills & Experience
Essential
Previous experience as a Garment Technologist ideally specialising in socks.
Strong understanding of construction and manufacturing processes for underwear, loungewear and socks.
Experience working directly with overseas factories.
Excellent garment measuring and fit assessment skills.
Ability to interpret laboratory test reports.
Strong communication and relationship management skills.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple development projects simultaneously.
High attention to detail.
Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Desirable
Experience with major UK or international retailers.
Experience with sustainable fibres and manufacturing practices.
Personal Attributes
Analytical and solution focused.
Commercially aware.
Collaborative team player.
Proactive and self-motivated.
Calm under pressure.
Passionate about product quality and innovation.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Right First-Time sample approval rates.
Reduction in product quality issues.
On-time completion of technical critical path milestones.
Successful achievement of testing requirements.
Continuous improvement initiatives implemented.
Qualifications
Degree or equivalent qualification in Clothing Technology, Textile Technology or a related discipline (preferred).
Relevant industry certifications are advantageous.
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About Orrsum
Orrsum is a market leader in the supply of Hosiery, Underwear & Loungewear to global retailers. With a passion for great product design and a reputation for taking trends, along with the latest technologies, we develop product portfolios to match a brand or retailer’s core customer base. Orrsum currently design, supply, promote & distribute for a number of licensed global brands and own label brands.
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As an equal opportunity employer, we shall consider all applicants regardless of gender, age, religion, marital status, race, sexual orientation, disability, disease, pregnancy, or trade union and/or political affiliation, and disregard all factors deemed inappropriate by local law and the International Labor Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.
A leading global freight forwarder of ocean, air and intermodal transportation services
Industry
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Hong Kong SAR
LinkedIn followers
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