Kenzo Quality and Manufacturing Engineering Apprentice

About Kenzo

Founded in Paris in 1970 by Kenzo Takada, Kenzo is a singular luxury house where Japanese sensibility meets the energy of the French capital. Now part of LVMH, the Maison is renowned for its bold prints, cultural dialogue, and joyful approach to fashion, accessories, and fragrance. As an employer, Kenzo offers a creative, international environment that values curiosity, craftsmanship, and contemporary vision. Its teams contribute to a brand legacy defined by openness, color, and movement, while benefiting from the standards, resources, and global perspective of one of the world’s leading luxury groups.

Role & Responsibilities

• Gather all product information from collection product developers
• Analyze SMS (Specification/Measurement Sheets) with product developers
• Participate in pre-production fittings and contribute to technical model improvements while maintaining style integrity
• Develop and control technical files and quality specifications for transmission to production suppliers
• Manage adjustments with external service providers and design offices
• Verify compliance and quality according to Kenzo standards by reviewing production samples for manufacturing sign-off
• Organize and manage production fitting sessions for sample heads
• Finalize and develop measurement sizing charts
• Monitor quality indicators through analysis, correction, and continuous improvement
• Ensure proper execution of final quality control at the warehouse and implement corrective actions for non-conformities
• Create and update quality tracking dashboards and documentation
• Deliver weekly quality reporting to the team

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of garment design techniques, pattern-making, and production supply chain
• Understanding of subcontracting and outsourced manufacturing processes
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Comfortable working with enterprise software systems such as ERP and PLM
• Knowledge of Lectra software preferred
• Fluent English: spoken, written, and read
• Organized, methodical, and proactive approach to work

Skills

Experience

Entry-level apprentices or early-career professionals with foundational knowledge of textile production processes and garment manufacturing are encouraged to apply. Prior exposure to ready-to-wear production or design environments is valued but not mandatory.

Education

Currently enrolled in or completed formal studies in fashion design, technical design, industrial engineering, textile technology, or a related discipline. Relevant vocational certification in apparel manufacturing or quality assurance is advantageous.

Workplace

Culture

Kenzo fosters a vibrant, multicultural workplace where Parisian sophistication meets bold, playful creative energy inspired by global perspectives. As an employer, it encourages individuality, collaboration, and artistic curiosity, offering teams an environment that values innovation, craftsmanship, and the freedom to challenge conventions.

About Cerulean

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