Location

London, UK.

Type

Full Time, Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30.

Welcome to Motel

Our story began during a road trip in the 1990s, where our founders, Will and Andy, travelled across America collecting vintage items while living out of motels. They started purchasing vintage clothing in the USA and selling it wholesale, which eventually led to the creation of stores. From there, they began designing reworked vintage pieces, and thus, Motel was born.

Over 30 years and a team of 200+ people later, every piece of clothing we make is created with the same spirit of fun, freedom and adventure as the road trip that first defined the brand. We’re still ambitious and independent, but now we’re a global team - we work from an operational base in Worcester, a design studio in London and a creative studio in Bali.

The role

As the Senior Garment Technologist, you will collaborate closely with designers, development and production teams, to oversee the fit and construction of garments, addressing any technical issues that may arise during the development and production cycle. This role will play a critical part in the development and production process, ensuring that garments are manufactured to the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship. Your expertise in garment fitting, fabric properties, and production techniques will be invaluable as you work to maintain our company's standards of excellence. This position requires a strong understanding of garment construction methods, pattern making, and quality assurance protocols - as you will be responsible for conducting fittings, compiling technical specifications, creating tech packs and communicating effectively with various departments to ensure that all products meet the desired specifications for style and functionality. A proactive approach to problem-solving and a keen eye for detail are essential attributes for success in this role, as you will help drive innovation and continuous improvement within our production processes! Experience within the Denim field would be preferred but not essential.

Main tasks & responsibilities

• Oversee the development path and timeline of critical suppliers.
• Conduct fitting sessions and provide comprehensive feedback on garment fit and construction.
• Develop and maintain detailed technical specifications and garment measurement charts.
• Detailed communication through the creation of Tech packs when necessary.
• Collaborate with designers and production teams to refine garment designs for manufacturability.
• Identify and resolve technical issues related to garment construction and fit.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance protocols throughout the production process.
• Conduct quality inspections and assessments on pre production garments.
• Visit suppliers to help improve current and input new systems.
• Provide training and support to necessary staff on garment construction techniques and quality standards

About you

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Fashion Design, Textile Engineering, Pattern Construction or related field.
• 5 years experience as a Garment Technician or in a similar role within the apparel industry.
• Strong understanding of fabric properties and garment construction techniques.
• Proficiency in pattern making and fitting processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of industry-specific software tools, such as CAD or tech pack creation tools.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Google suite for CP management

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary in the line with industry benchmarking
• 3% employer pension contribution, 5% employee contribution as standard
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, with additional days for long service
• Birthday day off
• Team socials and meetups
• Monthly well-being activities to support
• Tailored progression pathways
• A thorough EAP scheme offering financial, legal and health support
• Access to professional support & mentoring
• Bonus Scheme for all employees, paid out twice a year
• Motel 50% discount
• Motel is a growth mentality company