Lakeshirts is hiring: Apparel Technical Designer in Detroit Lakes

CREATIVE + TECHNICAL + SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE + GREAT COMMUNICATION + TOP-NOTCH ORGANIZATION + ACCURACY + PEOPLE SKILLS

THE OPPORTUNITY:

We live in a fast paced creative world were we strive to be ahead of trends instead of chasing them. We are looking for an experienced Apparel Technical Designer. This position works closely with our design and product team, collaborating to build a broad spectrum of apparel garments across multiple product lines.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9 am- 5 pm

A Typical Day (job functions) | Create + Fabrics + Tech Packs + Troubleshoot + Communicate

• Facilitate the transition of apparel styles from design concept / first prototype to a final, production-ready sample offering solutions to correct fit and construction details for challenging styles
• Ability to understand grading rules
• Knowledge of fabric properties, trims, details
• Create tech packs in Excel, detailing construction call-outs, point of measurement specifications
• Responsible for maintaining product spec sheets and providing fit information based on company standards
• Update base size product specifications and POMs based on design revisions / sample / fit iterations / vendor collaboration
• Manage and organize incoming sample deliveries
• Analyze samples to determine compliance of spec, construction, fit and design intent
• Coordinates product fittings on models
• Research and resolve fit and construction issues using appropriate resources
• Identify and alert design and production teams of potential production, quality and costing issues and making recommendations to ensure brand integrity is maintained
• Communicate any changes back to suppliers
• Initiates internal fabric testing for new fabrications
• Review size run requested for fit accuracy, grading relevance and product performance feedback
• Ensure continuous improvement of processes related to technical design
• Create library of spec sheets to maintain fit consistency within product categories
• Manages physical sample library
• Ensure production quality and fit consistency
• Assure quality of production by documenting key measurement points and record/share data
• Assists in product presentations

• Other duties as assigned

Skills (qualifications) | Creative + Detail-Driven + Microsoft Proficient + Team Attitude + Organization

• College degree in Fashion / Apparel required
• 4+ years of technical design in apparel plus merchandising experience
• Knowledge of pattern making, grading, garment construction, sewing, technical drawing, measuring and fitting.
• Strong technical knowledge of fabrics, trims and sewing techniques / machines
• Understanding of Time & Action Calendars specific to products being developed
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Proficient computer skills: Adobe Illustrator, PLM, Microsoft Office- including Excel
• Experience of a variety of fabrics, primarily knits
• Understanding of apparel construction and manufacturing techniques
• Detail oriented and strong work ethic
• Strong organizational skills and highly self-motivated
• Excellent written, problem-solving, decision-making, and time-management skills
• Ability to multi-task, problem solve and work in fast-paced environment under pressure

OUR CULTURE IS ONE-OF-A-KIND AND TRULY SETS US APART. We are a full-service vertical knit supplier with the capabilities from design to delivery. We take pride in our customer service, high-quality products, and quick shipping. We've been successfully providing both blanks and full package garments to our customers for over a decade. Our clients come from multiple markets including Resort, Collegiate Licensed, small to medium-sized retail brands, and more. LIFE'S BETTER IN A T-SHIRT. IT REALLY IS.

Cognitive or Mental Requirements of the Job:

Employee must be able to see and hear, read and write. Requires good judgment, people-oriented, flexible, organized, diplomatic, reliable, enthusiastic, courteous, helpful, and patient.

Physical Demands:

Position Requirements/Frequency

Never

0%

Occasionally

1%-33%

Frequently

34%-66%

Continuously

67%-100%

Lifts

X

Stand

X

Walk

X

Sit

X

Carries

X

Pushes

X

Pulls

X

Climbs

X

Balances

X

Bends

X

Twists

X

Crawls

X

Reaches

X

Lifting under 10 lbs.

X

Lifting 10-24 lbs.

X

Lifting 25-50 lbs.

X

Lifting over 50 lbs.

X

Carrying under 10 lbs.

X

Carrying 10-24 lbs.

X

Carrying 25-50 lbs.

X

Carrying over 50 lbs.

X

Reaching above shoulder height

X

Reaching at shoulder height

X

Reaching below shoulder height

X