SUMMARY

Create and maintain all technical specifications for assigned styles and categories.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build and maintain patterns from 3D concept prototypes through final fit approval for production.
• Work with the Sewing team to determine best garment construction methods by creating construction mock ups and construction examples for internal and external purposes.
• Work with the Design and Merchandising teams to determine, achieve and maintain appropriate fit approval for assigned styles or categories.
• Build and maintain technical specifications, e.g., BOM, construction details, measurements, cutting, packaging, and associated technical images, etc. according to established standards.
• Complete patterns and technical specifications according to deadlines.
• Release patterns and technical specifications to appropriate recipients. Provide soft goods, e.g., prototype garments, construction mock-ups, etc. to appropriate recipients.
• Track and monitor progress of Fit samples, Size Set samples and Pre Production samples in relation to deadlines.
• Evaluate Fit samples, Size Set samples and Pre Production samples for fit, measurement and construction accuracy and quality.
• Provide approval/rejection comments on Fit samples, Size Set samples and Pre Production samples for fit, measurement and construction accuracy and quality to appropriate recipients.
• Provide pattern and technical guidance to appropriate recipients for Fit samples, Size Set samples
• and Pre Production samples.
• Provide the Design and Merchandising teams with construction options for cost efficiency.
• Participate in improving and maintaining established technical design and product creation processes.
• Participate in special projects and assignments as needed.

SKILLS

• Computer skills:
• Google Apps, Ms Windows, Adobe Illustrator, PLM, pattern design software (Optitex preferred)
• Pattern making experience (swimwear pattern making preferred)
• Garment fitting experience
• Garment construction knowledge
• Fabrics and trims knowledge
• Basic pattern grading knowledge
• Basic marker making knowledge
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced analytical skills
• Advanced mathematical skills
• Acute attention to detail
• Ability to multitask, manage deadlines and changing priorities
• Dedicated team player

REQUIREMENTS

• A.A. Apparel Design or Apparel Production, or job related equivalent
• 3-5 years experience in pattern making and technical design