QC/Garment Technologist

Remuneration:	market-related
Location:	Cape Town
Job level:	Junior/Mid
Job policy:	Employment Equity position
Type:	Permanent
Reference:	#CUMG-6225
Company:	Cape Union Mart

Job description

A new opportunity has just become available in our  Design Centre for a resilient, innovative and thorough Garment Technologist  who can add value to our  Design Centre

Our ideal candidate will have the ability to significantly contribute towards the achievement of our department and business objectives as well as have the high energy levels required for this fast-paced, exciting and dynamic retail environment.

 
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Measurements, fits and grading of all Ladies and Kids products

• Liaising with patternmakers and sample hands to find production friendly solutions

• Fabric preparation for Shrinkage and laying up

• Manage and improve on garment quality standards

• Solution driven investigation into quality queries

• Liaising with DC QC team on approvals & quality issues

• Quality control checks against samples & approved fit

 

 

Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications Required

• Grade 12

• Tertiary clothing/textile/garment construction qualification

• Preference will be given to candidates who have 5+ years’ experience in a similar role

• A valid driver’s license (advantage)

• Experience working in a clothing manufacturing  environment is an important requirement

• A working knowledge of the latest Microsoft packages is required

• Medium to high level of Excel experience

• A working knowledge of garment/pattern construction is essential

 

Job Related Competencies

• Working knowledge of the retail cycle and clothing construction principles and processes.

• A passion for keeping up to date with local and international market trends

• Detail oriented

• Proactive and lateral thinker

• Ability to build and maintain influential relationships at various levels and across business functions

• Effective written and verbal communication

• Proven prioritization and time management skills

• The agility and resilience to maintain high levels of drive and initiative under pressure

Please note:  The Cape Union Mart Group is committed to transformation.  Appointments and promotions will be made based on candidates who best meet the requirements for the position. Preference will be given to candidates who will enhance the diversity of the team, aligned to our Employment Equity plan.
Posted on 06 Jun 18:37, Closing date 5 Jul