Truworths Garment Technology Vacancies

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1. Trainee Garment Technologist
2. Garment Technologist

Trainee Garment Technologist

Closing Date	2024/12/31
Reference Number	TRU231221-3
Job Title	Trainee Garment Technologist
Business Area	Manufacturing
Job Type	Permanent
Location – Country	South Africa
Location – Province	Western Cape
Location – Town / City	Cape Town
Job Description	A stitch out of place, a slip of the seam – you find a way to fix it! As a Garment Technologist, you ensure we maintain a high standard of fashionable quality for the consumer. Your technical knowledge and attention to detail aid you in making solid garment construction recommendations to maintain the quality standards of the business. This opportunity is based at our Head Office in Cape Town.
Key Responsibilities	Setting and maintaining of quality standards for the business Supporting suppliers in achieving the quality standards expected by Truworths Supporting and advising buying team in fit stages from design to manufacturing Approving merchandise for production Managing and reducing customer returns Product development
Qualifications and Experience	Qualifications and Experience Tertiary qualification: clothing technology or related work experience Supplier experience is an added advantage
Competencies	Good communication skills Attention to detail Problem solving skills Assertiveness and influencing ability

Garment Technologist

Closing Date	2024/03/15
Reference Number	TRU231117-2
Job Title	Garment Technologist
Business Area	Manufacturing
Job Type	Permanent
Location – Country	South Africa
Location – Province	Western Cape
Location – Town / City	Cape Town
Job Description	We have an exciting job opportunity that has become available for an experienced Garment Technologist. We are looking for someone who is passionate about retail, energetic and hardworking to join our dynamic team. The role will be based at our Head Office in Cape Town. We are looking for a candidate who has at least three years experience in a similar role.
Key Responsibilities	Lead fit sessions from initial sample through to final production Ensuring clear and concise fit comments are communicated to suppliers or factories Work closely with the Buying team to support the fit development process from a technical perspective Involvement in the on-boarding and mentoring of new suppliers regarding technical standards Management of the supply base; Developing suppliers to become strategic partners to the Truworths brand To have an understanding of current regulations, legislation and standards relating to all aspects of clothing manufacture
Qualifications and Experience	Three or more years in a similar position advantageous Manufacturing / Pattern making background advantageous Solid garment manufacturing knowledge Solid fabric and garment trims knowledge Involvement in the drafting and implementation of QA standards manuals Handle quality queries with suppliers and customers Ability to travel to suppliers’ manufacturing facilities
Competencies	Manage workload in an organised and timely manner Be able to manage wearer trials with the aim of improving fit and grading Ability to evaluate suppliers’ manufacturing facilities and report on findings Ability to develop grade rules to match sizing requirements

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