Technical Design Coordinator (apparel)

maurices • Duluth, MN

4d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Design Coordinator is responsible for supporting the garment technical development process from style adoption to production across multiple categories.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelors Degree or equivalent business experience in related area
• Experience: 0-1+ years experience of technical design or manufacturing experience
• Skills: Basic understanding of pattern making/grading and how fabrics/trims affect the fit of the garment
• Developing critical eye for garment fit and necessary corrections, ability to establish and reinforce brand aesthetic with internal/external counterparts
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Possess strong written and verbal communication and critical thinking skills
• Basic skills in Web PDM or similar product management system, clear understanding of Adobe Illustrator drawing tool and Microsoft office software, including Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fit sample library throughout season for multiple departments, and facilitate sample purge and season’s end
• Manage sample tracking for multiple categories, to ensure fit development cycle is completed within planned time and action calendar.
• Support Technical Designers in daily workflow including, but not limited to: sample measuring and editing digital images for fit comments.
• Support fit sessions - learning and develop skill to analyze fit and accurately communicate corrections.
• Competitive shop the market researching size, fit, construction techniques, and labeling
• Support total technical design team on special projects as needed and upon request. This may entail additional data entry, sample evaluations, and garment construction review.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level