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Technical Designer - Kids Apparel

sweet apparelGlens Falls, NY

2 days ago

Occupations

Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All OtherFashion DesignersTailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers

Industries

Cut and Sew Apparel ManufacturingCut and Sew Apparel ContractorsApparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing

$75,000 per year

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About the role

Sweet Apparel Inc. is a leader in Junior's, Women's, Men's, and Kids fast fashion apparel. Sweet Apparel designs, manufactures, and imports apparel under its own labels as well as multiple Private labels. Our clothing can be found at major retailers including TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Ross, Macy's, and more. We are growing and looking for a full-time, Technical Designer to join the Childrenswear team on-site at the Midtown Manhattan office!
Please note: this is an on-site position in Midtown Manhattan where we work in office 5 days/week!
Key Responsibilities:
  • Work with multiple product categories (tops, dresses, skirts, pants, athleisure, sweaters, sleepwear) for Girls and Boys divisions (sizes 2T–16) Knits and Wovens.
  • Accurately measure Fit/PP/TOP samples
  • Attend fit sessions and take detailed notes
  • Responsible for identifying and calling out any fit/construction/workmanship issues to be addressed and communicating all corrections and revisions to factory
  • Create initial tech packs for costing and fit sample submits
  • Ensure all corrections have been made at the pre-production sample stage to perfect the fit/quality for production.
  • Work with Private label accounts to achieve desired fit
  • Knowledge of Children’s apparel safety regulations and standards
  • Knowledge of grading and ability to issue graded specs
  • Communicate with factories daily to send fit comments/tech packs and resolve any issues/advise on questions
  • Ability to adhere to calendar to ensure deadlines are met
  • Track and manage sample status
  • Assist with keeping sample library organized
  • Build collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams including design, merchandising, production, and sales.
Qualifications:
  • Degree in Technical Design or Fashion Design
  • 5+ years experience in Technical Design
  • Knowledge of sewing construction, patternmaking, garment manufacturing, and fabrics.
  • Proficient in PLM and Excel
  • Knowledge of Clo3D is helpful
  • Attention to detail, sense of urgency, willingness to learn, team-player
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
What We Offer: Medical insurance 401k Paid Vacation, Sick days, and Paid Holidays Summer Fridays Flexible schedule Growth opportunities Target compensation for this role starts at $75k/yr dependent on experience

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JOB OVERVIEW

Salary

$75,000 per year

Experience level

Senior

Location

Glens Falls, NY

Occupation

Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All Other

Industry

Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing

Posted

2 days ago

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