Associate Technical Designer

Kontoor Brands, Inc. • Greensboro, NC

3d

About The Position

The Associate Technical Designer is responsible for technical development of patterns and technical specifications from the beginning of seasonal development through finalization of sampling development. The role supports a specific brand business unit’s product categories and oversees timely completion of tasks in line with strategic go-to-market milestones and critical dates.

The position manages communication and processes for product specification details to meet established standards for pattern, technical construction, and approved materials. It collaborates with cross-functional teams to finalize patterns and technical specifications in existing systems and tools, ensuring a complete, on-time handoff to production partners.

Requirements

• Apparel manufacturing experience with extensive knowledge of patterns, technical product development processes, and systems, or experience in related manufacturing, sourcing, or operations areas.
• In-depth technical knowledge of end-to-end product manufacturing processes.
• Self-driven and motivated to deliver results and high performance.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Solid organization skills, including the ability to prioritize, multitask, meet deadlines, and drive optimal results.
• High proficiency with Browzwear and Gerber Accumark applications.
• Excellent communication and networking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience in Jeanswear Bottoms product.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
• Experience with MS Office, Excel, and Smartsheet is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in pre-production pattern development, technical construction specifications, and materials finalization, ensuring specifications are accurate and completed on time.
• Work with the Product Development team to deliver a complete, timely handoff to the Production Technical Design team for production-ready packages for field manufacturing, overseas offices, and vendor suppliers.
• Execute Design and Merchandising product changes with Production Technical Design and/or Manufacturing in a timely manner to support accurate bulk production; maintain current information and workflows in relevant tools and systems.
• Administer new and existing fit blocks in pattern development, including 3D pattern design, asset management, and technical construction manual specifications.
• Apply established standard operating procedures for materials management, Bills of Materials, labelling and packaging manuals, and folding guides.
• Serve as a technical problem-solving resource for cross-functional teams, proactively resolving pre-production issues involving patterns, construction, quality, finishing, findings, and systems; promptly escalate exceptions to supervisors and business partners.
• Adopt new skills and training to support implementation of new technology, systems, and tools; assist in identifying and deploying best practices within the unit and cross-functionally.
• Take responsibility for personal training and development and conduct a self-performance appraisal for review with the direct supervisor.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package with choice and flexibility to support employees and their families.
• Resources supporting physical, emotional, social, and financial wellbeing.
• Discounts on company apparel.
• Four weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees who are new parents.
• Flexible Fridays.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed