Jockey International
Senior Tech Designer, Women's Apparel
Jockey International, Kenosha, Wisconsin, United States, 53142
Description
At Jockey, caring is our responsibility. It’s the fabric of who we are and drives everything we do. It drives us to listen, innovate, and improve. To design thoughtfully. To craft skillfully. To give back wholeheartedly. Founded in 1876, Jockey is a family-owned company recognized the world over for delivering feel-good comfort. Our premium apparel is sold in more than 140 countries and our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service is legendary.
We believe that extraordinary service comes from the heart and is delivered by extraordinary individuals! Is that you?
Jockey is seeking a Senior Tech Designer, Women’s Apparel, to join our Design team!
JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Tech Designer, Women’s Apparel, will collaborate with design, product development and production teams to ensure technical design requirements for apparel are met and product development timelines are followed.
This position will be located at our corporate headquarters in Kenosha, WI (between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI area).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Lead the technical garment development for each seasonal delivery.
Lead fit sessions on live models and determine necessary fit adjustments to achieve desired base fit of garments.
Collaborate with designers on fit direction and standards.
Compile documents of garment specifications, fit corrections, pattern analysis, measurements, and construction comments to makers.
Establish blocks, specifications, and grading recommendations on new style developments.
Build relationships with makers to understand and support their technical capabilities.
Analyze and evaluate garment construction to ensure global compliance of spec and construction are to Jockey’s standards.
Conduct wear tests to ensure garment wearability and product performance.
Ensure timelines are met for all sample milestones.
Track and manage workflow and workload product category, gather information, and update all reports necessary for status meetings.
Research, analyze, and conduct competitive deep-dive fittings to provide learnings and recommendations at style/category level on fit, sizing, and construction.
Identify potential production, quality, and costing issues to make recommendations to ensure brand integrity.
Partner with materials and product development teams to understand fabric and trim properties and timelines for new development garments.
Collaborate with other teams to set standards on most efficient construction methods, work processes, and best practices.
Organize and maintain all fit model requirements, fit session content, results, and fit photo library to document fit history.
Foster an open communication and team environment with all business partners.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
7-10 years of experience in patternmaking, grading, and construction.
Bachelor’s degree in technical design, product development, patterning, or related field required.
Solid understanding of the design process, including sewing techniques, stitch properties, and overall garment detail.
Comprehensive understanding of body measurements and fit standards with the ability to analyze and resolve fit issues specific to apparel.
Proficient in garment construction, patternmaking, and technical design processes specific to apparel.
Expertise in a variety of fabrics and materials, including their properties and suitability, for specific garment construction.
Understanding of the comfort and support requirements for different types of apparel.
Working knowledge of computerized patternmaking systems, Gerber Accumark a plus.
Ability to manage priorities, goals, and objectives.
Detail oriented with strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in Adobe Suite, specifically Illustrator.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Solid working knowledge of PLM system.
In return for your expertise, JOCKEY offers a competitive and comprehensive flexible benefits package which includes Medical/Dental/Life/Vision, 401(k), educational support, paid Volunteerism program, fitness club discounts, onsite health & wellness programs, generous employee discounts, a business casual work environment, a challenging work environment and exciting career growth opportunities!
At Jockey, caring is our responsibility. It’s the fabric of who we are and drives everything we do. It drives us to listen, innovate, and improve. To design thoughtfully. To craft skillfully. To give back wholeheartedly. Founded in 1876, Jockey is a family-owned company recognized the world over for delivering feel-good comfort. Our premium apparel is sold in more than 140 countries and our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service is legendary.
We believe that extraordinary service comes from the heart and is delivered by extraordinary individuals! Is that you?
Jockey is seeking a Senior Tech Designer, Women’s Apparel, to join our Design team!
JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Tech Designer, Women’s Apparel, will collaborate with design, product development and production teams to ensure technical design requirements for apparel are met and product development timelines are followed.
This position will be located at our corporate headquarters in Kenosha, WI (between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI area).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Lead the technical garment development for each seasonal delivery.
Lead fit sessions on live models and determine necessary fit adjustments to achieve desired base fit of garments.
Collaborate with designers on fit direction and standards.
Compile documents of garment specifications, fit corrections, pattern analysis, measurements, and construction comments to makers.
Establish blocks, specifications, and grading recommendations on new style developments.
Build relationships with makers to understand and support their technical capabilities.
Analyze and evaluate garment construction to ensure global compliance of spec and construction are to Jockey’s standards.
Conduct wear tests to ensure garment wearability and product performance.
Ensure timelines are met for all sample milestones.
Track and manage workflow and workload product category, gather information, and update all reports necessary for status meetings.
Research, analyze, and conduct competitive deep-dive fittings to provide learnings and recommendations at style/category level on fit, sizing, and construction.
Identify potential production, quality, and costing issues to make recommendations to ensure brand integrity.
Partner with materials and product development teams to understand fabric and trim properties and timelines for new development garments.
Collaborate with other teams to set standards on most efficient construction methods, work processes, and best practices.
Organize and maintain all fit model requirements, fit session content, results, and fit photo library to document fit history.
Foster an open communication and team environment with all business partners.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
7-10 years of experience in patternmaking, grading, and construction.
Bachelor’s degree in technical design, product development, patterning, or related field required.
Solid understanding of the design process, including sewing techniques, stitch properties, and overall garment detail.
Comprehensive understanding of body measurements and fit standards with the ability to analyze and resolve fit issues specific to apparel.
Proficient in garment construction, patternmaking, and technical design processes specific to apparel.
Expertise in a variety of fabrics and materials, including their properties and suitability, for specific garment construction.
Understanding of the comfort and support requirements for different types of apparel.
Working knowledge of computerized patternmaking systems, Gerber Accumark a plus.
Ability to manage priorities, goals, and objectives.
Detail oriented with strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in Adobe Suite, specifically Illustrator.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Solid working knowledge of PLM system.
In return for your expertise, JOCKEY offers a competitive and comprehensive flexible benefits package which includes Medical/Dental/Life/Vision, 401(k), educational support, paid Volunteerism program, fitness club discounts, onsite health & wellness programs, generous employee discounts, a business casual work environment, a challenging work environment and exciting career growth opportunities!