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Technical Designer Mens Knits Jobs in New York, NY at Solomon Page
Title: Technical Designer Mens Knits
Company: Solomon Page
Location: New York, NY
Our client is working on a possible temp to perm technical designer with a top company in NYC. Role is working on active/streetwear product for a few brands the company owns. Someone with cut & sew – active experience. The Technical Designer will manage and oversee and lead fit development from 1st proto to SMS stages, ensuring the garments meet both design and production standards. Seeking a collaborative team player working closely with design and cross-functional teams to bring the vision to life, while managing workload and meeting calendar deadlines to deliver the best product possible.
- Role is in their midtown office in NYC – full time hours
- $45-50 an hour based on experience
Responsibilities:
- The Technical Designer will work directly with Men’s and Women’s Design and cross-functional teams to execute vision while achieving impeccable fit, construction and design aesthetics.
- Partner with design team to achieve aesthetic while adhering to a production time and action calendar
- Collaborate with the Sourcing, Product Development and other cross-functional partners to land on appropriate fit and functional intent for each product design
- Work to establish block digitized standards for continuous category silhouettes that can be shared with vendors to establish consistency and quality
- Manage all technical requirements to develop and execute processes from product development to production, offering insight on opportunities to improve pattern and yield utilization
- Create and maintain detailed tech packs including specs, tolerances, grading, detail sketches with construction/stitching and fit evaluation comments?
- Conduct fit sessions on live models and mannequins to evaluate samples for fit, measurement, construction, pattern shaping and functionality
- Provide technical direction, internally and externally, on corrective actions needed to bring samples to brand fit and styling
- Issue grading guidelines to vendors after fit approval
- Measure and evaluate garments from proto sample through SMS samples
- Maintain close partnership with production teams to maintain on-time delivery throughout the pre-production process and proactively monitor seasonal workload
- Scale and size art with design team to ensure placement and optimal art sizing based on product size range
Required Qualifications:
- Experience in Mens Lifestyle Design (Women's experience a plus)
- Knowledge of pattern making, highly detailed construction, industry fit knowledge and grading
- Comprehensive understanding of product engineering, development, and manufacturing ?
- Ability to lead fittings, take detailed and accurate notes
- High accuracy in math skills for correct spec revisions
- Proficiency in Flex PLM, Adobe products, Microsoft Office a plus?
- Superior organizational and written communication skills; team oriented
- Ability to work in a fast pace, high performance environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and accountability for workload.
- Excellent time management skills and effectively prioritize workload and meet deadlines.?
- Graduate with degree in Fashion Technical Design / Patternmaking
- Years working in technical design in the Fashion Industry
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.
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About Solomon Page
Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.
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