The Levy Group, Inc. is hiring: Associate Technical Designer in New York

The Levy Group is looking for a Freelance Associate Technical Designer for maternity leave coverage starting in December.

Company Background

With over 75 years of industry expertise, The Levy Group remains one of the largest apparel manufacturers in the United States. Our commitment to outstanding quality, value, and customer service has enabled us to continually grow and innovate in a highly challenging marketplace. Our network has grown to over 300 retail partners, five international offices, a portfolio of iconic brand partners, and four proprietary brands.

The Levy Group designs, manufactures, imports, markets, and distributes outerwear, swimwear, dresses, activewear, men’s tailored clothing, and sportswear. Headquartered in New York City, The Levy Group manages, elevates, and builds the long-term value of consumer brands by partnering with best-in-class manufacturers and retailers.

Responsibilities

1. Attend product fittings for all garments with the production tech team
2. Develop and manage Technical specification for all garments
3. Assist factories with pattern development and modifications
4. Work Cross functionally with design, sales and production to manage fit and specs of all garments.
5. Maintain documentation of all relevant data for production
6. Manage the Pre-Production communication to factories
7. Initiate all pre-production tech packs , Maintain communication with factories on tech issues
8. Following the development and production cycle/timelines to ensure all technical deadlines are achieved.
9. Monitor quality concerns and production problems to provide solutions and recommendations.

Qualifications

1. 2+ years in apparel technical design and pattern making
2. Must have live fit experience
3. Must have extensive knowledge of pattern making & garment construction
4. Ability to work in high volume department and work cross functionally
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills
6. Excellent time management/project skills
7. Ability to recognize and react to changing work demands
8. Comfortable and confident in making effective autonomous (and group) decisions in a timely manner