Junior Garment Technologist

High Wycombe, office-based 5 days per week

Mint Velvet began when founders Liz Houghton and Lisa Agar-Rea set out to create an unfailingly chic collection of contemporary, great quality staples and elevated fits that they felt were missing from their wardrobes. Feeling frustrated that they couldn’t find anything they wanted to wear, or the great customer service they craved, they started fusing relaxed comfort with glamorous yet wearable fashion trends. Relaxed Glamour was born.

As collaborative creatives, we take untold pride in our work, designing with heart and soul. We want to be a force for good and are committed to becoming a more circular and responsible business, from the fabrics we choose to our considered processes. We are an agile and growing business, and we work hard to create an environment which allows for growth and progression, balanced with the support and flexibility needed to meet the challenge of a high-performance culture.

Our leadership teams and founders sit amongst the teams and encourage a culture of balance and passion. MV is a very special place, and our values are anchored by three main pillars: people, planet, and community.

As a Junior Garment Technologist at Mint Velvet, you will combine your passion and technical understanding to assist with the development of new product in the Jersey department. Working with the support of the Senior Technologist and in conjunction with the design and buying teams you will help ensure that our products consistently exceed expectations with regard to quality, performance and fit.

Our Values:

With Soul. Courage & Resilience. Passion & Drive. Entrepreneurial Spirit. Collaborative.

To join our vibrant and fast-growing business as a Junior Garment Technologist: 

  • Ideally, you will have a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience at a Junior Garment Tech level in a similar business
  • You’ll be able to demonstrate your technical expertise and integrative thinking in all aspects of the role to consistently develop and improve the quality of the product
  • You will have the ability to think both creatively and logically, able to process information with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail from a range of sources. You are brilliantly organised with the ability to prioritise your workload in order to get the job done to the highest standards
  • You’ll be a great communicator, who takes a collaborative approach- focussing on building strong relationships. You will be resilient to adapting to change and open to constructive feedback
  • You will be brilliantly organised and a great multi-tasker who is confident to manage multiple tasks at one time whilst delivering projects to an agreed schedule
  • If this sounds like you and you’re motivated and excited to learn more, we can’t wait to hear from you!

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Product approval process; manage fit sessions, conduct risk assessments of all products, ensure all fit comments are accurate, approve specifications and standardise blocks
  • Test Approval; approve all test reports, recommend and approve all wash-care instructions and be commercially aware
  • Supplier Management; develop strong links with the supply base, giving regular feedback throughout the garment approval process, completing supplier reviews on final products advising them on adherence to the supplier handbook and compliance with processes
  • Quality Control; liaise with QC team at the warehouse on daily basis to understand and respond to quality issues, assist the Warehouse with SAD stock decisions, liaise with customer services regarding customer feedback and returns
  • Systems – you will work on our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system to ensure a seamless product journey.

You'll be rewarded with:

  • Competitive starting salary and great career prospects in a fast paced and growing business
  • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and a day off on your birthday
  • Company-funded private health insurance and access to Smart Health
  • Life assurance
  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • 50% staff discount
  • Interest-free Season ticket loan
  • Summer hours - 3pm finishes every Friday throughout June, July & August
  • Bespoke induction support and ongoing development to help you thrive in your new role
  • A welcoming and inspiring work-environment - take advantage of Yoga classes, social activities, an early finish on pay day and more

 

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