Sr. Technical Designer

MUST HAVE PRIVATE LABEL EXPERIENCE FOR SENIOR ROLE

GENERAL SUMMARY

Looking for an Apparel Technical Designer for Men’s Swim and Sportswear. Candidates must have strong product knowledge, be organized, self-motivated, detail orientated, have excellent written/oral communication skills. Please have a positive and Can-Do attitude. Must be flexible and be able to shift daily work tasks & responsibilities at any given moment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage & own the fit and garment construction per Customer requirements.

Create & update Graded specs

Prepare and lead Fittings

Issue Fit evaluations

Review & correct patterns and maintain Block libraries

Measure samples as needed

Update CADs and tech packs in Illustrator when needed

Create and maintain WIP / sample trackers

Daily communication with overseas/import vendors

Execute to customer specifications, procedures, and calendars.

Prioritize working on and mailing Fit samples per customer depending on their Fit schedule and shipping deadlines

Communicate, interface, and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with Customers, Design, Product Development, Production, Technical Design, Merchandising and Account Management/Sales

Develop complete tech packs in coordination with the design team, including: detailed specifications, fabrications, and technical drawings

Be able to accurately assess garments for fit, spec, and shape; measure samples, create specs, finalize grading, identify issues & give thorough information to make complete corrections

Maintain strong understanding of fit and construction standards to ensure brand consistency and quality

Perform other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Outlook, Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Experience working on branded and/or retailer label garments. Private label experience is a plus

Experience with patternmaking and digital Pattern Design Software (Tukatech, Gerber, Lectra, Optitex)

Experience in PDM / PLM software a plus

Experience with 3D software (Browzwear, Clo 3D, etc.) is a huge plus but not required

Strong multitasking, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively

Must be able to be flexible regarding job duties and pivot daily tasks as needed

Minimum 5 years relevant experience in apparel imports and in Apparel Technical Design

Must have strong technical knowledge of garment construction, fabrics and tech packs

Successful experience in leading apparel fitting with ability to handle volume in fitting process

$90 - $110 a year