Gerber Childrenswear LLC · 9 hours ago
Technical Designer
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $105K/yr
6+ years expGerber Childrenswear LLC is dedicated to quality and comfort for babies, focusing on sustainability and community. They are seeking a Technical Designer who will execute style development from prototype fit through production, ensuring garments meet design intent and customer expectations while maintaining quality and consistency throughout the development process.
ApparelChildrenFashion
Responsibilities
Responsible for all aspects of garment fit and construction from first sample spec through production
Work closely with Pattern Maker to develop templates/grading for all products and maintains in Blue Cherry Tech Pack system for all programs
Evaluates prototype/size set samples for construction and provides comments to vendors showing corrections on technical sketches
Work closely with Pattern Maker in identifying solutions to all fit/construction issues
Revise templates/grading in Blue Cherry and release Tech Packs to factories
Drive Time and Action Calendar from Prototype to Production approval stage
Daily communication with factories/suppliers and internal cross functional teams throughout approval process monitoring issues affecting deliveries
Maintains library for existing silhouettes as well as remaining current with market trends
Initiates cost effective silhouettes and/or construction alternatives to Design while maintaining overall aesthetics
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Fashion or Manufacturing
6+ years of experience as a Technical Designer
Strong technical foundation in manual and computer-aided 2D pattern correction and grading
Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, including flat sketch creation
Experience creating and interpreting technical design details to achieve desired fit and design intent
Apparel industry experience, with a focus on infant product development, fabrics, and product types
Comfortable working in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Adobe Illustrator
Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy, organization, and follow-through
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate professionally within a team
Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Self-directed, adaptable, and willing to learn new systems or technologies while collaborating cross-functionally
Benefits
Competitive Pay – We believe in rewarding success and showing our employees just how much they’re valued in a variety of different ways, including compensation.
Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle
Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, enjoy our hobbies, focus on our health or just simply recharge. We are committed to helping our employees create a work-life harmony!
Growth and Development - We are constantly seeking to offer opportunities and support for personal and professional development
Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. We offer access to benefits, programs and education to help our employees to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future. Including a generous 401K match!
Extras, discounts and perks - Generous discounts to our company and related companies, is just one of the cool extras we offer!
Company
Gerber Childrenswear LLC
Gerber Childrenswear LLC is a leading socially responsible marketer of children's everyday basic and fashion apparel and related products which it offers under some of the world's trusted brands.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2013-10-17Acquired
1998-06-11IPO
Leadership Team
Maria Montano
President/CEO
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