This exciting opportunity, based at our Support Center in Kuils River, has become available within our Product Technology Team.
We are looking for a resilient, efficient and self-motivated Product Technologist, who will be focusing on our Footwear merchandise to provide technical support by maintaining and enhancing consistent quality of products and processes, in support of the Company’s product strategy.
Qualifications
Grade 12 certificate – this is a minimum requirement
Relevant qualification in clothing management or fashion design is ideal
Certificate in Fibres and Fabric is ideal
Knowledge And Skills
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
is passionate about product and quality
has a strong problem-solving ability with regards to making decisions on fit and able to solve conflict effectively
has excellent time management, organizing and administrative skills
is deadline-driven and has a high energy level
has sound communication skills
is assertive with good negotiation skills
takes responsibility and has a sense of pride in their work
is able to maintain a positive attitude and work performance in a variety of circumstances
has a well-developed technical and analytical approach and is experienced in compiling technical briefs/packs
has a sound knowledge and understanding of clothing manufacturing processes, together with proven experience in pattern making, grading and garment fit and measuring requirements
Experience
Minimum 5 years factory experience on the production floor & sample room (including pattern-making)
3-5 years of relevant experience in a clothing manufacturing environment AND/OR
3-5 years of clothing retail experience in product/garment technology
Working experience on relevant Computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Corel Draw)
Exposure to dyeing, printing, pressing, ironing, fusing and finishing processes
Experience in product development
Key Responsibilities
Reviewing existing and developing new standards and specifications
Compiling and issuing standards and product specifications
Accurately assessing the implementation of standards and specifications in order to ensure consistent compliance across all departments and suppliers
Providing technical expertise to the relevant buying teams and suppliers to consistently improve the quality of our Footwear merchandise and optimise customer satisfaction.
To assess products against Company product specifications in accordance with the critical path.
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