Technical Design Assistant

SUMMARY

The Technical Design Assistant is responsible for measuring and preparing the Import garments for fittings. This individual will work hand in hand with the Pre-Production Technical Design team members to bring silhouettes to life.

CORE RESPONSIBLITIES

• Receive all Import packages. Log received samples and pass samples or materials to the appropriate Design team member
• Create the fit list for Import fittings and publish prior to the scheduled fittings
• Measure all Pre-Production fit samples, PPS samples, and TOP samples then distribute to the appropriate Pre-Production Technical Designer for fitting
• Identify issues with the measured specs and call these out prior to the scheduled fittings
• Update the spec sheets tab in the tech pack, print the specs, and attach to the garment prior to fitting
• Review the construction call outs on the existing tech pack against the physical sample. Call out any discrepancies prior to fitting and review with the appropriate Technical Designer as needed
• Attend fittings, as needed
• Assist the Technical Designers with organizing samples

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, flexible in changing direction as needed

• Proficient in MS Office and Adobe applications including Word, Excel, and Illustrator
• Candidate must be highly organized and able to prioritize with a sense of urgency
• Candidate must be a team player, willing and able to work cross-functionally with multiple departments
• Dynamic problem solving and project management skills
• Must have proven knowledge of garment construction including points of measurement and sewing techniques

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Program Completion, Certification, or a Degree in Patternmaking is desirable
• Experience working with patterns or in a sewing shop is a plus
• Able to work and think independently as well as part of a team
• Excellent follow-through and attention to detail

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Excellent listening, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondences, and memos
• Ability to write and respond to email correspondence
• Ability to communicate desired results or changes through technical illustrations
• Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in small group situations to other employees

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals