An established Wholesale Manufacturer in NYC is looking to fill an Assistant Technical Design position working with primarily with children’s cut & sew knits. This person must be willing to work in the office Monday-Thursday and will work from home on Fridays.
Responsibilities
Generate computerized specification packages
Compiles and maintains all tech packs for accuracy, completeness, quality, affordability, and compliance
Review and evaluate samples for spec, pattern shape, and construction
Organizes fittings based on what samples need to be fit
Takes detailed fit notes in each fitting to ensure proper fit
Provides fit comments and spec updates to the factories based on revisions made during fitting through written communication and/or pattern corrections, in a timely manner
Performs pattern corrections where needed and sends out corrected patterns
Ensures that all components and constructions used are compliant for Childrenswear guidelines
Maintain fit standards, records, and samples; Helps to organize and file samples by season and factory
Utilize digital photos, technical sketches, detailed instructions, and comments from fit sessions to communicate corrections
Maintain consistency in fit across all apparel categories
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related
0-2 years of experience in Technical design
Knowledge of Childrenswear guidelines
Qualifications
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work in a fluid, fast-paced, multi channel environment
Detail oriented and able to handle multiple task at once
Ability to work independently and work to meet multiple deadlines
Ability to build and maintain relationships with other departments as well as vendors and other overseas offices
Adaptable mindset with ability to switch gears
Takes initiative for product categories
Follow-up on sample requirements as needed for each individual account
Meticulously review and prep samples for Customer approval
Analyze and compare competitive brands to create specific fits
