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Apparel, Textile & Leather Technologist

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Apparel, Textile & Leather Technologists translate designers' concepts into producible process plans, ensuring quality and efficiency from sampling to mass production.

Daily work

  • 01Develop process flows and work instructions based on designer requirements for apparel, textiles, and leather products
  • 02Test physical properties of fabrics and trims to ensure quality and cost compliance
  • 03Monitor production line, resolve on-site process issues and optimize procedures
  • 04Assist sample making, adjust patterns and process details
  • 05Participate in trials of new materials and processes, record data and write reports

Ability requirements

Hard skills

  • Knowledge of textile, apparel, and leather materials science
  • Process flow chart and SOP writing
  • Fabric testing and quality control tools
  • Basic CAD/CAM pattern making software
  • Production equipment operation and adjustment skills

Soft skills

  • Keen observation and problem-solving
  • Cross-departmental communication and coordination
  • Stress resistance and multitasking
  • Continuous learning and innovation mindset
  • Teamwork and responsibility

Best suited for

Ideal for detail-oriented, hands-on problem solvers who enjoy working in a factory environment and focusing on technical quality.

Less suited for

Not suitable for those who dislike repetitive tasks, demand full flexibility, or lack patience for production details.

Salary (monthly)

10KMedian
Bottom 6KTop 18K

Pre-tax estimate, tier-1 cities with social insurance · reference only

Profile

Higher is better
AI Resistance4
Growth3
Stability3
Transferability3
Autonomy / Remote-friendly2
Lower is better
Major Relevance4
Work Intensity4
Entry Difficulty3
Competition3
Education Threshold2

MBTI Fit

ISTJISFJESTJINTJESFP
High intensityAI-resistantMajor preferred

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Disclaimer: Salary figures on this page are estimated pre-tax monthly pay for positions with social-insurance contributions in China's tier-1 cities; other cities are converted using regional coefficients. Dimension scores and MBTI fit are editorial estimates, provided for reference only, and do not constitute any promise or advice.