Barrie Knitwear
Industrial Product Assistant – Pre Production Manufacturing
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Industrial Product Assistant – Pre-Production Manufacturing
Location: Hawick
About the Role
We are seeking proactive internal applicants for a 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.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing product information
- Coordinating testing activities
- Maintaining documentation
- Ensuring submissions comply with quality, technical, and production requirements
The Pre-Production team focuses on manufacturing prototypes and submissions to facilitate effective bulk production, striving to develop standards, methods, and services that exceed customer expectations.
What You Will Be Doing
- Coordinate and issue test panels for 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, and colourway documentation
- Support the preparation and definition of garment labelling, packaging specs, and professional presentation of product information
- Organise, maintain, and update Industrial team shared folders and product documentation
- Photograph, catalogue, and track submissions and pre-production trials
- Assist the Industrial team with measuring, reviewing, and assessing submissions against required standards and specifications
- Ensure product submissions meet quality, technical, and production requirements before approval
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What We Need From You
- Strong knowledge of knitwear manufacturing and finishing processes
- Degree-level qualification in Fashion, Textiles, Product Development, or a related discipline
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple collections and priorities efficiently
- Outstanding organisational skills with a sharp attention to detail and accuracy
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset capable of contributing fresh ideas and supporting continuous improvement
- Familiarity with industry best practices and commitment to maintaining high quality and operational standards
- Strong ability to build effective working relationships across departments
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working independently to tight deadlines
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How to Apply
Please apply through the Teamtailor link and indicate you are an internal applicant. Alternatively, email Ryan Strachan (r.strachan@barrie.co.uk).
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