Golden Touch · 1 day ago
Associate Technical Designer – Junior's Apparel
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$63K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expGolden Touch is a family owned and operated wholesale apparel manufacturer with a mission to deliver trend focused products for nearly 50 years. In this role, the Technical Designer will support the Juniors category by evaluating garment samples, participating in fit sessions, and maintaining technical documentation to ensure quality standards are met.
FashionManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Participate in weekly fit sessions and assist in evaluating garment prototypes
Measure samples prior to fittings and take detailed notes during the fit process
Complete and distribute accurate fit reports post-fitting sessions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate design intent into production-ready garments, balancing aesthetic and technical requirements
Recommend appropriate adjustments to specifications, patterns, and construction methods to enhance garment fit, balance, and overall quality
Maintain fit consistency across the Juniors category by applying standard grade rules aligned with customer or in-house guidelines
Ensure adherence to the Product Lifecycle Calendar, particularly with timely Garment Fit Approvals
Communicate daily with overseas offices and vendor partners to resolve fit and quality concerns and meet production timelines
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, or a related field
Strong understanding of garment construction, fit standards, and grading
Proficient in measurement techniques and interpreting technical specifications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Preferred
3-5 years of experience in technical design or apparel product development preferred
Experience with PLM systems and Adobe Illustrator is a plus
Company
Golden Touch
Golden Touch is a manufacturer and retailer of clothing products.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Bang
CFO
Daryl Henley, DDS
Partner
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