Global Fashion label Afends is continuing to grow a community of like-minded and creative individuals united by a shared passion to bring the spirit of how we live - sustainable, free-living and constantly evolving.We are aiming to drive action and cultivate change from product conception through to customer experience by continually revolutionizing new ways to become more sustainable.Would you like to be a part of the Family? We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time or part-time Garment Technician.The PositionReporting to the Senior Garment Technician & Production Manager, you will work closely with the Production and Design teams on quality assurance and fit, ensuring that each garment meets Afends standards when it comes to construction, detailing and workmanship.Key Responsibilities:Working with the Design Team in the creation and approval of new silhouettes and fits.Set up size specs and hand over to suppliers in accordance to the critical path timeline.Create point of measure diagrams for each size spec.Processing sample commenting following design fits, ensuring critical path deadlines are met.Follow up with suppliers regarding outstanding approvals – protos, PS, SMS, PPS and Off Bulk Samples.Liaise with suppliers regarding all quality, testing, construction, and fit issues.Accurately measure garments for fit sessions – protos, SMS, PPS and Off Bulk.Conduct fit sessions for both men's and women's alongside the designers, communicating all changes and notes to the suppliers.Establish and maintain Afends grading and tolerance standards.Maintain organised sample library.Provide technical guidance to the Product & Design Team.Provide assistance and guidance to the Product & Garment Assistant.About youTo be successful in this position, ideally you will have:Minimum 2 years experience within a similar Garment Technician role.Pattern Making experience is highly regarded.You must have strong technical skills with a focus on product quality, fit and improvements.Ability to work within a fast-paced team environment.A strong work ethic and a willingness to execute duties in the best interests of the company.Excellent verbal and written communication skills both within a team environment and with international suppliers.Competent using Excel, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.Demonstrated ability to operate as an effective team member.You'll love working for usWe offer a competitive salary, very generous staff discount, many staff and team events throughout the year. At Afends, we are constantly evolving, challenging the status quo and provide training and development opportunities and long-term career stability.If you would like to be part of our team, Apply Now for this opportunity.
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