Garment Technologist and Compliance Officer

Garment Technologist and Compliance Officer Location: Watford, Hertfordshire (WD24) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £35,000-£40,000 depending on experience Reports to: Senior Production Manager The Role This is a hands-on role covering garment technology, fit, quality assurance, apparel testing, product compliance and factory compliance. You will work closely with our design, buying and production teams and overseas factories, managing garments from initial development through to bulk production and ensuring products meet our quality standards, customer requirements and applicable UK, EU and international regulations. Key Responsibilities: Garment Technology and Development Manage garment development from initial sample through to production approval. Conduct fit sessions and provide clear, practical fit and construction comments. Review garment construction, measurements, grading, patterns, workmanship and finishing. Create and maintain measurement specifications and technical packs. Communicate technical corrections and improvements to overseas factories. Approve development, fit, pre-production and production samples. Identify technical risks and provide practical, commercially viable solutions. Maintain consistent fit and quality standards across suppliers and product categories. Testing, Quality and Compliance Determine appropriate apparel testing requirements based on product, materials, intended use, customer and destination market. Manage testing covering ..... full job details .....