About: Co-founded in 2013 by siblings, Jade & Grant Goulden, JADED LONDON is the go-to urban streetwear brand loved by the Gen Z consumer. Our team are our biggest asset, they’re creative, curious and brave, setting trends and being first to the market to curate the most innovative content for our fast-growing organic 1.5 million followers on social media. We’re on an exciting journey with ambitious growth objectives for the next 3 – 5 years and finding the right people for the right roles is key to unlocking our success.
If you think you have what it takes to join team JADED, we want to hear from you! We reward creativity and new ways of thinking. We’re passionate about developing our people and offer personalised development plans for all staff and reward their achievements.
Jaded London is looking for a highly organised Junior Garment Technologist with a strong understanding of garment construction to join its womenswear department. As Junior Garment Technologist, you'll assist with the product Iife cycle, ensuring that the initial design concept is successfully translated into a product that can be effectively communicated and meets our customer's needs.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Thorough checks of all samples submitted across all development stages, ensuring all fabrics and measurements meet Jaded London standards
Measure all samples received and update workbook with findings, e.g. is the proto as per the design sketch sent/ is the comments actioned from previous fits and check all samples received for fabric quality/ print placement/ details/ correct trims are used
To carry out a range of technical, investigative work to ensure product is delivered to the best of standards
Fitting garments to a high standard and gathering accurate information to communicate detailed fit comments to send to suppliers
Ensure garment is risk assessed and the correct disclaimers if need be and request testing if required.
Ensure sealers are ready on time and in line with the critical path, communicating any changes to the Senior GT, Designer and Production
Contribute to product improvements through technical research, interpretation of market information, and quality benchmarking
Manage critical path and ensure Airtable (internal PLM system) is up to date at all times.
Carry out regular QC checks (product deemed high risk as well as regular product)
Ensure all technical files are kept up to date.
Work alongside customer care for any urgent queries regarding your product area.
Requirements
At least 2 years' practical industry experience
Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
Effective communicator.
A confident, proactive approach capable of working effectively independently and in a team under pressure in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
Ability to interact effectively with suppliers and colleagues at all levels.
An interest in fabric development and garment manufacturing.
A passion for the brand!
Preferably, a fashion or garment-related degree or similar
Benefits:
50% Employee Discount
24 day holiday per year (plus bank holiday)
A paid day off on your birthday
A paid moving day per year
Pension Scheme (3% Jaded, 4% You)
Bonus Scheme - Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
£500 employee referral bonus scheme
Local Business Discounts (joe and the juice, cafés, fitness, beauty etc)
North-West London office location directly located next to good transport links
Casual office dress code (your style of dress is up to you, wear what you feel best in)
Fully-stocked kitchens and fridges (hello endless brekkie and snack supply, see ya afternoon munchies)
Regular Office Social Events (e.g. payday socials)