Associate Technical Designer
Associate Technical Designer
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$ 30 - 35
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Job Description
Founded in 2000 FAM Brands designs manufactures and sells mens and womens sportswear and active wear apparel to major retailers big box stores and specialty boutiquesacross the country and throughout the world.Our portfolio of proprietary brands features Marika Wildfox Three Dots and Balance Collection while a partial list of licensing partners includes Orvis Jessica Simpson Eddie Bauer and Woolrich.
With the capacity to produce over 75 million units per year our mission continues to be making topquality apparel accessible to everyone at an impressive value and an irresistible price.
Thats the FAM Brands difference.
Job Summary:
The Associate Technical Designer is responsible for managing all aspects of technical design to ensure the fit function and quality of our products meet both design and customer standards. This role involves developing and maintaining accurate technical specifications creating detailed tech packs and collaborating with crossfunctional teams from design production and factories to bring innovative activewear designs to life.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Specifications & Development:
- Translate design concepts into technical packages (tech packs) including detailed specifications for fit construction and fabrications.
- Develop accurate product specifications and garment measurements for various styles.
- Create and maintain graded size specifications across all size ranges.
Fit and Function:
- Conduct and lead live fit sessions with crossfunctional teams and fit models to ensure garments meet functional performance and aesthetic requirements.
- Make fit adjustments and recommendations ensuring products meet company fit standards customer needs and brand expectations.
- Review garments for fit consistency pattern corrections and grading.
Collaboration:
- Work closely with designers production teams pattern makers and overseas factories to manage the development process from concept to final sample.
- Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers to resolve fit construction and quality issues throughout the development process.
- Communicate any technical changes or improvements to all relevant teams.
Fabric and Trim Testing:
- Ensure that fabrics trims and components are tested.
- Collaborate with materials and product development teams to source fabrics that align with design intent and functional needs.
Process Improvement:
- Identify areas of opportunity in technical design processes recommending new tools software and procedures to streamline development.
- Maintain and update PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems to reflect current specifications and designs.
Quality Assurance:
- Ensure that all technical designs meet highquality standards and provide approvals for final samples before production.
- Work with production teams to ensure accuracy and consistency across all final products in bulk production.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelors Degree in Fashion Design Apparel Manufacturing or related field.
Experience:
- 2 years of technical design experience in the apparel industry preferably with a focus on activewear or performance apparel.
- Strong experience with garment fit grading construction and fabrics specific to activewear.
Skills:
- Proficiency in PLM systems (Centric experience preferred).
- Expertise in Adobe Illustrator and other design software.
- Strong knowledge of garment construction and manufacturing processes.
- Exceptional attention to detail problemsolving skills and ability to work in a fastpaced environment.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously meet deadlines and collaborate with crossfunctional teams.
Additional Qualifications:
- Knowledge of multiple categories.
- Familiarity with performance fabric properties and testing.
- Experience working with international vendors and factories is a plus.
COMPENSATION
At FAM Brands we are committed to fair and transparent compensation. Salary ranges for positions are based on job level location and market data. We offer competitive benefits and are dedicated to equal pay for equal work. Specific salary offers depend on each candidates qualifications and experience.FAM Brands also offers all employees participation in our annual bonus program (NonSales) or commission program (Sales).
Compensation Range
$30 $35 USD
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
