Fashion and textiles product technologist

Level

Higher

Length

1.8 yr

typical

Sector

Engineering and manufacturing

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Producing a wide range of products, from clothing and fashion to leather goods, shoes, soft furnishings, marine and medical textiles.

Review and approve fabric and garment test results

Attend fit sessions and record comments for factories

Raise and track technical specifications and amendments

Liaise with overseas suppliers and manufacturers

Carry out quality inspections on samples and bulk production

Ensure products comply with safety and labelling regulations

Monitor critical path milestones for product ranges

Fabric properties, construction methods, and performance testing

Garment fit, pattern grading, and size specifications

Quality assurance processes and inspection techniques

Supply chain management and factory liaison

Product safety regulations and labelling requirements

Sustainability and ethical sourcing in fashion

Critical path management and product development timelines

Ready to look for a place?

See live Fashion and textiles product technologist apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

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