Assistant Technical Designer - Calvin Klein
About The Position
The Assistant Technical Designer will provide support for the Technical Design team through basic technical proficiencies and organization. This entails all aspects of our daily operations and functions. The role involves tracking fit prototypes, checking in samples, measuring garments, reviewing sample details, and entering information into tech packages in preparation for fittings. The Assistant Technical Designer will also assist in coordinating fit schedules, preparing for fittings, taking notes during fittings, and communicating with Far East partners under manager's direction. The position supports and partners with various teams including Technical Design, Design, Global Supply Chain, Merchandise, and Raw Materials teams in both NY and HUB offices. The role also requires attending cross-functional meetings and ensuring relevant information is prepared for discussions.
Requirements
- Technical Knowledge of role category specifics
- Garment construction and patternmaking knowledge
- Excellent PC skills, including Excel, Word, Illustrator, Photoshop, and common TD Softwear packages (Centric PLM, Flex PLM, etc.)
- Strong verbal & written Communication skills with the ability to take on initiatives
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong detail orientation, self-motivated team player with superior interpersonal skills
Nice To Haves
- Degree in Technical Design or Patternmaking, preferred
- 1-2 years of experience in a technical design role (manufacturing wholesale / retail)
Responsibilities
- Track Fit Protos partnering with Supply Chain Team (Using Centric) seasonally for all fit Protos
- Sample Proto check-in, measure incoming garments, review sample details entering in tech package in preparation for fittings
- Assists in coordinating fit schedules (with manager) with cross functional teams
- Assists in preparing for fittings (measuring and steaming samples, organizing, preparing fit lists, etc.)
- Takes notes in fittings and assists manager in writing fit comments using Centric system to Far East partners under manager’s direction and support.
- Engage in daily communication and follow-up with Far East Partners / HUB offices for all Tech related processes
- Organizes and maintains sample storage (Proto, Fit, and PPS Stages)
- Assist with general daily task management based on need within the Technical Division.
- Support and partner with TD/Design/GSC/Merchandise/RM teams both in NY and in HUB.
- Attend cross-functional meetings and have relevant information ready for discussion.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- bonus programs
- best in class medical insurance
- vision insurance
- dental insurance
- life insurance
- disability insurance
- An above-market 401(k) contribution
- Generous company-paid holidays
- paid time off
- hybrid working arrangements
- volunteer opportunities
- seasonal hours
- flexible work schedules
- Headspace membership
- reimbursement for fitness memberships and/or digital meditation subscriptions
- the opportunity to earn up to $200 a year in rewards for exercising and participating in healthy activities.
- Access to services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, pet care, plus reimbursement for backup care when your regular plans fall through.
- support for continued education including tuition reimbursement.
- Shop at our company outlets and e-commerce sites at a discount.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
