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Barbour (J Barbour & Sons Ltd)
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South Shields, Tyne and Wear
Garment Technologist
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Job Description
Company Description: J. Barbour & Sons Ltd founded in 1894 is a British lifestyle brand, home to the iconic wax jacket we design, manufacture and market stylish functional clothing and footwear for men, women and children inspired by the unique values of the British countryside. We are the proud holder of three Royal warrants, most recently we have celebrated our 125 years and remain true to our core values as a fifth-generation family business. Barbour is sold in over 40 countries worldwide, including Europe, the US and Japan but we have our headquarters and roots firmly located in the North East of England. Position Overview: Due to our continued growth we are looking to appoint a Garment Technologist on a permanent basis to join the Menswear team at Barbour in South Shields. As a Garment Technologist you will be involved in sampling and approval of garments and all technical aspects associated with multi-product men's apparel. You will contribute to the Barbour sealing procedure in ensuring it is adhered to and the supply base is fully supported, as well as, working alongside our Technical Manager and Product Technical Assistant to facilitate the smooth running of the men's mid layer department and delivery of product development and production. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years' experience of working within a similar role and be able to fit into an established team. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Support the Product Technical Assistant across the men's clothing area * To support in the production sealing procedure ensuring it is being adhered to and that Barbour standards are achieved. * To be involved in the after launch and production fit sessions. * Sending of fit comments to the factories - following up any queries. * To be in daily contact with the factories. * Critiquing of the Gold Seal (Pre - production sample) and Black Seal samples (Shipment samples). * Organise the daily deliveries of production samples - distributing, measuring and setting up of all comments for the Product Technical Assistant. * Carry out General administration duties for the Product Technical Assistant - including barcode approvals, updating of critical paths, updating WIP reports, and general e-mails to suppliers. * Undertake any other reasonable activity that may be required to assist the smooth running of the department - general administration and house - keeping duties.