R&D Developer

at  Hanes Brands

• Hybrid and flexible working, health & wellbeing programs
• Collaborative culture with a genuine commitment to sustainability
• Contract role with learn and grow opportunities

R & D DEVELOPER | 12 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT | KEW

We are seeking a Sock R&D developer to join our dynamic team in Kew for a 12-month maternity leave cover. In this role, you will be working alongside our Design team and Senior R&D Raw Material Developer to support the development of innovative sock designs, research new raw materials, and oversee the product development process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research & Development: Investigate new raw materials, yarns, knitting methods, finishes, and techniques for sock development, working closely with the Design team to align with seasonal product development requests.
• Collaboration: Provide technical support and advice to the Design team and other internal teams to ensure timely and quality development of new socks.
• Vendor Liaison: Brief sock suppliers and R&D teams in China and Bangkok on new developments, ensuring adherence to timelines and HAA standards.
• Sock Quality & Testing: Evaluate sock quality, fit, and wear trials, providing feedback and conducting necessary troubleshooting throughout the development process.
• Innovation & Trend Research: Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, sharing valuable insights with the Design and R&D teams.
• Documentation & Administration: Maintain accurate records of developments, manage sock raw material libraries, and attend weekly team meetings to provide progress updates.

For success in this role you will have:

• Textile technology qualifications
• Experience within a similar role
• Experience in developing and sourcing fabrics and trims or sock patterning or Garment Tech role.
• Proven problem solving skills and resolution-orientated
• Proven communication and influencing skills - you’ll be communicating regularly with our technical team in Asia over the phone or via video conference
• Flexible and positive attitude, comfortable with change and able to work in a fast moving environment
• Strong PC skills: work and excel

What can we offer you?
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- Genuine commitment to global sustainability https://hbisustains.com/
- Established and committed LEAN organization offering on-going training to all employees
- Huge staff discounts across all the amazing brands in the Hanes portfolio … we’re talking huge savings on Bonds, Champion, Sheridan, Bras N Things, Berlei, Jockey - and more!
- Sample sales and extended family and friends’ discounts
- Wellness Programs - regular free skin checks, flu shots, remedial massages, Employee Assistance Program, fresh fruit delivered on-site
- Access to awesome perks, including corporate discounts, novated car leasing, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave Program
- Monthly business updates from our CEO and Senior Leadership Team, with regular presentations from our community partners
- “Summer Fun” - take advantage of a days leave every fortnight, in addition to your leave allowance, during the summer months and make the most of the sun!
- Company-wide “Golden Yarn” Reward & Recognition Program
- “Lunch & Learn” sessions, with topics including financial management and health & wellness

A BIT ABOUT US..

Who wouldn’t want to be part of Hanes Brands? Our culture is fantastic, made so by our people and the standards we set and strive towards each day. We enjoy the benefits of being part of a global organisation, whilst staying true to our heritage. As a company, we are passionate about developing our people, and there are endless opportunities for career progression across so many different areas of our business. We are open, collaborative and straight-talking: we love coming to work every day and being part of bringing our iconic brands to life that are loved by, well - everyone!
Hanes Brands Australasia is home to some of Australia’s most iconic brands, and we are proud to be part the US powerhouse Hanes Brands Inc, one of the world’s largest manufacturer and marketer of basic apparel brands. We have 18 brands in our portfolio, including Bonds, Champion, Berlei, Jockey, Sheridan and Bras N Things, and a number of offices across Australia and New Zealand. We’re a household name delivering beautiful comfy products that Aussies just love. And with six hugely successful e-commerce sites, an extensive and rapidly growing store network, amazing and well-established wholesale partnerships and a growing international presence, the future is looking bright!

Key Responsibilities:

• Research & Development: Investigate new raw materials, yarns, knitting methods, finishes, and techniques for sock development, working closely with the Design team to align with seasonal product development requests.
• Collaboration: Provide technical support and advice to the Design team and other internal teams to ensure timely and quality development of new socks.
• Vendor Liaison: Brief sock suppliers and R&D teams in China and Bangkok on new developments, ensuring adherence to timelines and HAA standards.
• Sock Quality & Testing: Evaluate sock quality, fit, and wear trials, providing feedback and conducting necessary troubleshooting throughout the development process.
• Innovation & Trend Research: Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, sharing valuable insights with the Design and R&D teams.
• Documentation & Administration: Maintain accurate records of developments, manage sock raw material libraries, and attend weekly team meetings to provide progress updates

For success in this role you will have:

• Textile technology qualifications
• Experience within a similar role
• Experience in developing and sourcing fabrics and trims or sock patterning or Garment Tech role.
• Proven problem solving skills and resolution-orientated
• Proven communication and influencing skills - you’ll be communicating regularly with our technical team in Asia over the phone or via video conference
• Flexible and positive attitude, comfortable with change and able to work in a fast moving environment
• Strong PC skills: work and exce