Associate Technical Designer (Play)

Little Sleepies • Los Angeles, CA

4d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Little Sleepies is a rapidly growing company specializing in comfortable and durable family products, known for its unique prints and custom-developed fabrics like Lunaluxe® and Soluxe®. The company is driven by innovation, care, creativity, and a passion for bringing joy and comfort to families worldwide. They are seeking individuals who resonate with their mission to join their team.

Requirements

• College degree in a related field (Product Development, Design, or Technical Design)
• 3+ years experience in Technical Design.
• Experience working with overseas factories/vendors.
• Proficient in Microsoft and Google Applications.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator.
• Proficient in PLM/PDM systems.
• Knowledge of garment fit, construction, patternmaking, and grading.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize workload.
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills with internal and external partners.
• A team player attitude and willingness to learn and grow.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in childrenswear is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate & Lead Weekly fits on form and with live fit models.
• Receive, measure, and prepare Fit/PP Samples for weekly fits.
• Communicate pattern/fit corrections to overseas factories/vendors.
• Partners with Design to understand fit intent and aesthetic to ensure it translates into proto/1st fit sample.
• Review samples for any potential safety issues/hazards/risks, and address to the internal cross-functional partners and factory.
• Ensure factory is using best sewing/construction practices, while also meeting Little Sleepies standards.
• Support Play Manager in creation/maintenance of Play block library.
• Participate in special projects in addition to completing daily workload.
• Support calendar management to hit critical milestones with cross-functional partners for Fit and PP Sample approvals.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off, vacation
• Sick days
• Paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Home office stipend
• Internet stipend
• Company discount
• Team building activities
• Company-issued computer
• Free pajamas & Play product when you join (and every year on your work anniversary!)
• Generous employee discount all year long

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree