Barrie Knitwear
Industrial Product Assistant – Pre Production Manufacturing
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Industrial Product Assistant – Pre Production Manufacturing
Industrial Product Assistant – Pre-Production Manufacturing
Location: Hawick
We are seeking proactive and driven internal applicants for our new Industrial Product Assistant role. This position will support the Industrial and Pre-Production teams in the development, administration, and approval of luxury knitwear products.
The role involves:
- Managing product information and quality/technical approval processes
- Coordinating testing activities for development and external customers
- Ensuring submissions meet production requirements
- Developing high standards in methods and service to exceed customer expectations
About the Role
The Industrial Product Assistant plays a pivotal role in pre-production, supporting the manufacture of prototypes and submissions for bulk production. Responsibilities include maintaining documentation, verifying compliance, and enhancing operational excellence across product development cycles.
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Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and issue test panels for both internal development and external customer requirements
- Manage and verify garment composition declarations and related product information
- Maintain and review product data across:
- Internal systems
- Databases
- Nomenclature records
- Colourway documentation
- Support garment labelling and packaging specification preparation
- Update and organise Industrial team shared folders and product documentation
- Photograph, catalogue, and track pre-production trials and submissions
- Assist in measuring and assessing submissions against technical standards and specifications
- Ensure quality, technical, and production compliance prior to final approval
Requirements & Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of knitwear manufacturing and post-production finishing processes
- Degree-level qualification in:
- Fashion
- Textiles
- Product Development
- Related discipline
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritise multiple collections effectively under tight deadlines
- Strong organisational abilities with relentless attention to detail
- Proactive and solutions-focused mindset with:
- Empathy for continuous improvement
- Ability to innovate and drive best practices
- Awareness of industry benchmarks with commitment to quality and operational standards
- Collaborative spirit to build cross-departmental relationships
- Self-motivated and adaptable, capable of independent work
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How to Apply
Please follow the Teamtailor application link and specify you are an internal applicant. Alternatively, email Ryan Strachan at r.strachan@barrie.co.uk.
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