Assistant Fabric Technologist Freelance

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We are seeking a pro-active detail-oriented Assistant Fabric Technologist to join our dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about fabrics, innovation, and sustainability in the fashion /textile industry. The UK team will offer training in the role and ensure there is visibility of the whole fabric process.

Assistant Fabric Technologist – Responsibilities

• Working closely with the fabric team in UK and offshore
• Supporting on the fabric technical side
• Reviewing testing and communicating to mill and teams
• Bulk testing submissions to customers
• Maintaining customer testing portals
• Maintaining fabric critical path to ensure testing and submissions in time and highlight if dates are at risk
• Supporting the delivery of sustainability across customers by updating any changes on customer sites
• ZDHC, incheck reporting and bi-annual clear stream testing to be monitored and reviewed
• Co ordinating traceability and visibility across off shore teams and UK
• Updating approved mill lists with offshore offices
• Monitoring and updating trim and lining library

Assistant Fabric Technologist – Skills and Requirements:

• A degree or diploma in Fashion, or Textile Technology, Textile Science, or a related field.
• Previous experience (internships or entry-level roles) in textiles, fabrics, or material development.
• Basic understanding of fabric properties, manufacturing processes, and testing methods.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Passion for textiles and sustainability in the fashion or textile industry.
• Proactive, eager to learn, and open to feedback for continuous improvement.