Sr. Fabric Technologist (Knit Fabric)

Job Description

Title: Sr. Fabric Technologist (Knit Fabric)

Company Name: Palmal Group of Industries

Vacancy: 02

Age: 35 to 42 years

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh, Dhaka (Savar), Gazipur (Sreepur)

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• 8 to 12 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Textile

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Textile Engineering
• Master of Science (MSc) in Textile Engineering
• Bangladesh University of Textiles students will get preference

• 8 to 12 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Textile

• Age 35 to 42 years
• Only Male

• Candidates working in Textiles mills will be given preference

• Strong knowledge of yarn, knitting process, dyeing process, knit fabric structures and behavior (Shed, Shrinkage, GSM+ -), Overall fabric quality.

• Expertise in dyeing, finishing, and fabric performance

• Knowledge of testing standards (ISO)Problem-solving and analytical skills

• Communication and coordination ability

• Leadership and team management

• Costing and commercial awareness

Context:

The Manager – Fabric Technologist is responsible for overseeing fabric development, quality assurance, and performance optimization for knit garments. This role ensures that all fabrics meet required standards, buyer specifications, and production feasibility while maintaining cost efficiency and innovation. This position should have Strong knowledge of yarn, knitting process, dyeing process, knit fabric structures and behavior (Shed, Shrinkage, GSM+ -), Overall fabric quality.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead development of knit fabrics (Single Jersey, Rib, Interlock, Fleece, Pique, etc.)

• Coordinate with mills and suppliers for new fabric innovation and sampling

• Evaluate yarn types, GSM, blends, and finishing processes

• Ensure fabric meets buyer requirements (hand feel, shrinkage, colorfastness, etc.)

• Approve fabric quality for bulk production

• Analyze lab test reports (shrinkage, pilling, colorfastness, spirally, etc.)

• Identify risks and suggest corrective actions before bulk production

• Work closely with production, merchandising, and quality teams

• Troubleshoot fabric-related issues during cutting, sewing, and finishing

• Monitor fabric consumption, wastage, and marker efficiency

• Ensure fabric meets international standards (ISO, buyer protocols)

• Conduct factory audits and supplier evaluations

• Maintain consistency in bulk vs sample fabric quality

• Support merchandising team with fabric costing and consumption

• Suggest cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality

• Optimize fabric usage and minimize rejection/wastage

• Introduce sustainable and functional fabrics (organic cotton, recycled fibers, performance fabrics)

• Keep updated with global trends in knit textiles

• Develop new finishes (enzyme wash, silicone wash, moisture-wicking, etc.)

• Coordinate cross-functional teams

• Medical allowance,Mobile bill,Insurance