Chanel Textile Finishing Specialist
Join Chanel in Paris as a Textile Finishing Specialist. This full-time role requires expertise in high-end garment care, including ironing and stain removal. Apply now to be part of a prestigious and innovative team.
Overview
Chanel, a paragon of luxury and elegance, is a leading name in the fashion industry, renowned for its timeless designs and commitment to craftsmanship. As part of its dedication to sustainable innovation, Chanel operates La Sirène, a company focused on the care, cleaning, and restoration of ready-to-wear and exceptional pieces. La Sirène combines cutting-edge techniques with couture expertise to deliver premium services to both internal and external clients.
Role & Responsibilities
- Iron high-end textiles, luxury garments, and delicate materials such as silk, cashmere, chiffon, tweed, wool, and organza.
- Hang or fold garments according to 19M standards.
- Perform finishing touches to meet couture requirements, ensuring impeccable drape and volume maintenance, and verifying pleats, lines, and trims.
- Manage production flow in a high-pressure environment, adhering to deadlines and quality standards.
- Count, identify, and sort ironed garments.
- Control lot composition and complete tracking sheets.
- Prepare, organize, and maintain the work station.
- Report any anomalies or technical issues to the Workshop Manager.
- Diagnose stains based on nature, textile support, and age.
- Apply La Sirène protocols for various stain types including greasy, oxidizable, colored, protein, tannin, and color transfers.
- Perform precision stain removal on delicate textiles and sensitive embellishments such as embroidery, sequins, leather, tweed, and chiffon.
- Ensure stain removal before treatment, including preparation and solidity tests.
- Properly use dedicated tools such as suction tables, steam guns, and specialized products.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years experience in ironing/stain removal, high-end pressing, couture workshop, or dyeing.
- Extensive knowledge of fibers and textiles.
- Mastery of professional ironing and stain removal techniques.
- Proven experience in cleaning/ironing sensitive pieces.
Skills
Experience
A minimum of 5 years in high-end pressing, couture workshops, or dyeing, with a focus on ironing and stain removal of sensitive textiles.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Cerulean lists 3.321 open roles in Paris, including 73 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.735 active listings on Cerulean, 104 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.293 open positions, with 140 posted this week.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a structured, innovative, and meaningful environment.
Culture
Chanel fosters a culture of innovation, excellence, and sustainability, providing a structured and meaningful work environment. The company values teamwork, precision, and a commitment to high-quality craftsmanship.
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