We are interested in speaking with candidates from an Technical Apparel Product Development background.
North West – Commutable from South Manchester, Liverpool, Cheshire
Full Time – Offer Some Hybrid
Salary – TBA
Job Summary
This role reports to the Head of New Product Introduction / deputy for a specific class of products. It is focused on executing and coordinating product design and development tasks as part of a wider design team. This may include developing and using specialist garment design skills.
Duties and responsibilities
- Analysis of customer requirements
- Development of design concepts using CAD/ CAM (Gerber & AutoCAD preferred)
- Create detailed design drawings using AutoCAD and photography
- Participation in design reviews and customer meetings
- Preparation of design documentation
- Support manufacturing sites through New Product Introduction activities
- Research materials, processes, or market requirements
- Conduct new concept and prototype development with hands-on prototyping and working closely with machinists
- Provide customer support as required throughout the development process
- Support testing events, on-site and off-site
- Occasional travel to support business requirements including international trips
- Make presentations to present design ideas and concepts.
Skills
- Garment/product design
- Anthropometric sizing
- Gerber Pattern Design Software (training can be provided)
- Auto CAD software (training can be provided)
- Prototyping including RF & Ultrasonic Welding, Cutting, Sewing, Seam Sealing, 3D Printing (training can be provided – we need a ‘can-do’ attitude for hands-on prototyping)
- Understanding of clothing manufacture
- Understanding of product validation, testing and qualification
- Technical documentation compilation (Report writing, Standard Operating Procedures/Manufacturing Sequence of Assembly, Qualification documentation)
- Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
- Plans and prioritises work to meet commitments aligned with Beaufort goals
- Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
- Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
- Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
- Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
Values
Drive
We are driven by powerful passion. We take bold action and live our purpose with unwavering commitment.
Collaboration
We break down silos, and bring our talents together, to realise our ambitions with collective strength and accountability.
Innovation
We have a pioneering spirit to push the boundaries and create value by challenging convention and always improving.
Resolve
We are agile, proactive problem solvers who anticipate change and transform challenges into opportunities.
Experience and Qualification
Educated to either:
- University degree level or equivalent in a Product Design/Clothing Design discipline
- High School / Further Education College with 2 A levels
5 – 10 years of general product design experience in a technical clothing / apparel sector that enables the role holder to deal with most situations, advise others and technically lead New Product Development projects.
No formal managerial experience required to begin