Body Linker– Development- Hawick

Competitive Salary + Career Progression + Company Pension + Wellness/Health Benefits

Who are we looking for?

We have a brilliant opportunity available for someone to become a new Body Linker within our development department. The successful candidate will become a flexible member of the current development team. The experienced Body Linker will be responsible for assembling knitwear garment panels using linking machines, ensuring that each product meets the company’s high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience working with knitwear, excellent hand-eye coordination, and a strong understanding of garment construction. Additional training will also be provided to upskill.

About Barrie Knitwear?

We are a knitwear fashion manufacturer that is renowned worldwide for our outstanding ability to combine exceptional technical skills and traditional expertise to create complex couture cashmere garments. We supply to some of the most prestigious fashion houses across the world. This is an exciting time for us as we continue to expand and transform. The market and landscape are fast-moving and growing which is creating new opportunities.

What will you be doing?

• Operate linking machines to assemble knitted panel sections ensuring precision and accuracy with garment specifications
• Identify and address issues with machines or garments during the linking process to minimize downtime and maintain flow
• Liaise with Quality Department to ensure garments meet high quality standards and any defects flagged
• Support health and safety within the production area, following all safety guidelines and ensure compliance with company health and safety standard

What will you bring to the role?

• Experience: Proven experience as a body linker or a similar role in the textile industry within knitwear
• Skills: Expertise in operating linking machines and handling delicate knitwear materials
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality work
• Can do attitude and a strong work ethic

What benefits can you expect?

• Flexible working – where appropriate to business needs
• 33 days flexible annual leave including Public Holidays
• Flexible benefits scheme – including cycle to work and reduced gym membership 
• Early finish on Fridays
• Time off in lieu scheme
• Employer pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Enhanced Wellness/Health Benefits

If you are interested in this opportunity, then please apply to the advert as soon as possible and someone from our recruitment team will keep you updated on your progress via our new applicant tracking system.