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Kforce has a client in Beaverton, OR that is seeking a Lead Technical Designer - a patternmaker and sewing expert.
Summary:
This individual is pro-active, collaborative, safety minded, detailed oriented, and comfortable trouble shooting, sharing expertise in patternmaking, garment construction and studio equipment. They will participate in apparel development process with the Product Creation teams. We need someone who can be agile and work in a fluid creative environment as well as travel for fast pace projects as needed.
The Lead Technical Designer keeps abreast of market trends, team goals, new technologies and consumer needs throughout the development process and engages appropriately to ensure projects are completed within corporate guidelines and goals for all facets of product creation.
The Lead Technical Designer will be responsible for patterning, sample making and fit execution of studio supported projects. They will identify and address key opportunities in pattern/construction/manufacturing and plan accordingly to deliver against the project brief. The Lead will track and facilitate project review meetings in partnership with OSS leadership.
They will also be responsible for providing expertise through developing and leading studio-based trainings and help support events happening within the Studio.
The Lead Technical Designer will report to the Senior Manager, and will collaborate with Design, Product Management, PCC, materials and manufacturing to effectively execute on product development & fit goals deliverables.This role will participate in planning, maintaining studio inventories, assets and assist in equipment use and upkeep.
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, Textile Science or related field
* Additional product creation experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
* 10 years patternmaking or technical design experience in the apparel industry, which includes the apparel development process from inception through production including pattern making, grading, construction materials, costing, manufacturing and quality
* Expertise in patternmaking, sewing and garment construction
* Strong problem solving, organization and communication skills
* Experience interpreting design intent, offering alternative solutions, and acting as a technical resource
* Expert in writing product specs and construction standards instructions
* Proficient working with factory vendors to ensure and improve manufacturability
* Ability to manage multiple projects
* Experience using Adobe Illustrator, CAD Pattern Design software (Optitex) and 3D software (Clo/Browzwear) highly desired
* Proficiency with MS Office programs
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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Kforce has a client in Beaverton, OR that is seeking a Lead Technical Designer - a patternmaker and sewing expert.
Summary:
This individual is pro-active, collaborative, safety minded, detailed oriented, and comfortable trouble shooting, sharing expertise in patternmaking, garment construction and studio equipment. They will participate in apparel development process with the Product Creation teams. We need someone who can be agile and work in a fluid creative environment as well as travel for fast pace projects as needed.
The Lead Technical Designer keeps abreast of market trends, team goals, new technologies and consumer needs throughout the development process and engages appropriately to ensure projects are completed within corporate guidelines and goals for all facets of product creation.
The Lead Technical Designer will be responsible for patterning, sample making and fit execution of studio supported projects. They will identify and address key opportunities in pattern/construction/manufacturing and plan accordingly to deliver against the project brief. The Lead will track and facilitate project review meetings in partnership with OSS leadership.
They will also be responsible for providing expertise through developing and leading studio-based trainings and help support events happening within the Studio.
The Lead Technical Designer will report to the Senior Manager, and will collaborate with Design, Product Management, PCC, materials and manufacturing to effectively execute on product development & fit goals deliverables.This role will participate in planning, maintaining studio inventories, assets and assist in equipment use and upkeep.
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, Textile Science or related field
* Additional product creation experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
* 10 years patternmaking or technical design experience in the apparel industry, which includes the apparel development process from inception through production including pattern making, grading, construction materials, costing, manufacturing and quality
* Expertise in patternmaking, sewing and garment construction
* Strong problem solving, organization and communication skills
* Experience interpreting design intent, offering alternative solutions, and acting as a technical resource
* Expert in writing product specs and construction standards instructions
* Proficient working with factory vendors to ensure and improve manufacturability
* Ability to manage multiple projects
* Experience using Adobe Illustrator, CAD Pattern Design software (Optitex) and 3D software (Clo/Browzwear) highly desired
* Proficiency with MS Office programs
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
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