Technical Designer - Women Knitwear

Gables Search Group

New York, NY
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$70,000–$95,000

Highlights

Conduct fittings with live fit models by measuring garments, taking detailed fitting notes, editing comments, documenting fit corrections, and communicating updates to overseas teams and factories. Work under the guidance of the Director of Technical Designer to execute necessary fit corrections, using diagrams and garment patterns effectively to achieve the desired fit, silhouette, and style.

Numbers & Facts

Location	New York, NY
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$70,000–$95,000
Company Size	50 to 99 employees
Year Founded	2002
Website	https://www.gablessearch.com/

Description

Job Title

Technical Designer - Women's Knitwear

Responsibilities:

Manage the product lifecycle from pre-fitting through production fit approval
Conduct fittings with live fit models by measuring garments, taking detailed fitting notes, editing comments, documenting fit corrections, and communicating updates to overseas teams and factories
Partner with the Director of Technical Designer to create comprehensive initial technical packages and final full graded specifications
Work under the guidance of the Director of Technical Designer to execute necessary fit corrections, using diagrams and garment patterns effectively to achieve the desired fit, silhouette, and style
Facilitate communication with overseas offices and vendors to identify and resolve garment construction and production issues
Meet with the Production team weekly to review sample approval status and support compliance with the Time and Action Calendar
Interact regularly with agents, overseas offices, and vendors to help problem-solve garment engineering issues throughout the product lifecycle
Maintain accurate and detailed technical documentation throughout the development and production process

Experience needed: 3 years minimum of experience working with apparel - women's knitwear is a plus, but open to backgrounds in menswear, childrenswear, etc.

*In office work with some work from home flexibility on Fridays*

About Company

Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002. Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.

At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations. Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.

Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.