Technical Apparel Developer

TECHNICAL CREATIVE ACCURATE DESIGN

THE OPPORTUNITY

PAY SCHEDULE

Location: Detroit Lakes MN. This is a full-time onsite role.

Shift: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM.

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour based on experience.

Growth: This role can grow through stronger fit ownership vendor communication technical documentation and product development support. Advancement opportunities vary by department and business need.

BENEFITS

Lakeshirts offers a fun creative and team-driven culture where employees are empowered to grow and thrive. We provide competitive pay with daily pay options comprehensive insurance benefits up to 22 paid days off in the first year profit sharing a 401(k) plan a relaxed dress code unique perks like an onsite cafeteria and more. Join us and be part of a company that values teamwork innovation and making work better in a t-shirt.

A TYPICAL DAY

• Move apparel styles from concept to production-ready samples by resolving fit construction measurement and specification questions.
• Create and update tech packs specs grading rules point-of-measurement standards and fit documentation in Excel and related systems.
• Apply knowledge of fabrics trims garment construction sewing technical drawing measuring and fitting to support quality and consistency.
• Manage incoming samples and sample libraries; review fit construction design intent and production readiness.
• Coordinate model fittings document measurements and update specs based on fit sessions size runs revisions and vendor feedback.
• Troubleshoot fit grading construction production quality and costing concerns while recommending practical solutions.
• Communicate technical updates specification changes fit requirements and sample feedback to vendors suppliers and teammates.
• Support fabric testing process improvements product presentations and technical design standards while performing other duties as assigned.

SKILLS

• Degree in Fashion Apparel Design Technical Design or related apparel field.
• 4 years of technical design experience in apparel merchandising product development or a related apparel environment.
• Knowledge of pattern making grading garment construction sewing technical drawing measuring fitting fabrics trims and development timelines.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator PLM or product systems Microsoft Office and Excel; able tomaintain accurate technical documentation.
• Detail-oriented organized self-motivated and able to manage multiple apparel projects in a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong written communication decision-making follow-through and time-management skills; comfortable working with vendors and cross-functional teams.

WHY LAKESHIRTS IS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO BE

At Lakeshirts we believe in making work as awesome as the apparel we create. We are not just a t-shirt company; we are also a hat sticker sock and so-much-more company. Creativity meets culture here and ideas innovation and teamwork are part of the day-to-day. Better in a t-shirt. And work should be too.

COGNITIVE OR MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Employee must be able to read write understand and communicate work instructions measurements specifications and vendor feedback. This role requires good judgment attention to detail organization flexibility problem solving follow-through collaboration and the ability to manage changing priorities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

CONTINUOUSLY: Use a computer review apparel details communicate with teammates and alternate between sitting standing and walking as needed.

FREQUENTLY: Handle garments samples trims documents and other materials; reach at desk or table height; lift or carry items under 10 lbs.

OCCASIONALLY: Lift carry push or pull materials weighing 10-50 lbs.; bend twist reach above or below shoulder height climb balance or move sample materials as needed. Move items over 50 lbs. with assistance or equipment when appropriate.

NEVER: Crawl as an essential function of the role.

NOTE / DISCLAIMER

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities duties skills effort or working conditions. Responsibilities may change based on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Required Experience:

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