Are you a recent graduate with keen interest in starting your career in the fashion and garment industry? We are seeking an enthusiastic Junior Fabric Technologist to join my client's dynamic team at their Leicester HQ. This is an exciting opportunity to work with leading high street brands across menswear and womenswear. In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring the quality and innovation of fabrics used in garment production. You'll also benefit from a clear progression pathway into a Garment Technologist position. Why Join Us? -Career Development: A structured pathway to progress into garment technology. Flexibility: Hybrid working with flexible hours to support your work-life balance. -Industry Exposure: Work with high street brands and gain hands-on experience in knitwear and jersey. -Supportive Team: Be part of a friendly and professional environment, with guidance from experienced technologists. What You'll Be Doing As a Junior Fabric Technologist, your responsibilities will include: -Coordinating fabric testing to ensure compliance with industry and client standards (e.g., shrinkage, durability, and colourfastness). -Reviewing test results and compiling technical reports. -Building strong relationships with fabric suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials. -Supporting the fabric approval process, including lab dips, bulk fabric, and sample approvals. -Assisting in resolving fabric-related issues during production. Collaborating with the Garment Technologist team to ensure the seamless integration of fabrics into designs. What We're Looking For Education: A degree in Textile Technology, Fashion&Textiles, or a related field. Knowledge: Basic understanding of fabric properties, testing methods, and garment construction (additional training provided). If you're ready to take your first step into the fashion industry and are excited by the opportunity to work with innovative fabrics and leading brands,I would love to hear from you! Please apply using the link or call Akshi Kular on (phone number removed). Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this