Technical Design Associate (Apparel)

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an Apparel Design Associate for a growing children's apparel brand. This is a full-time onsite opportunity based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, supporting a collaborative design team creating seasonal collections for the baby and children's apparel market.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Apparel Design Associate will partner closely with the Lead Designer to support the development and execution of seasonal children's apparel and accessory collections. This role blends creative design support, technical apparel development, product coordination, and project management to bring products from concept through production. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about children's fashion, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

PERKS:

• Competitive hourly compensation of $31.00-$33.50 per hour, depending on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Opportunity to contribute to the creation of seasonal collections from concept through production
• Collaborative and creative team environment with exposure to all aspects of apparel design and development
• Professional growth opportunities within a growing and established children's apparel brand

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support seasonal collection development through trend research, sales analysis, and product planning in partnership with the Lead Designer
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including garment specifications, technical drawings, bill of materials, sizing, fabrications, trims, and color information
• Manage sample development, track revisions, maintain development records, and coordinate with domestic and overseas vendors throughout the development process
• Conduct fittings, document adjustments, and ensure all samples meet design, quality, and fit expectations prior to approval
• Prepare accurate production orders and partner with factories to ensure timely and successful production execution
• Support sales and merchandising efforts through linesheets, sales materials, sample management, and maintenance of historical collection records

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience supporting apparel design, product development, technical design, or a related field
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite (including Illustrator), CAD programs, and advanced Excel spreadsheet management
• Ability to create technical apparel sketches, illustrations, and production documentation
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This position offers an hourly rate of $31.00-$33.50, commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to play a key role in bringing thoughtfully designed children's apparel collections to market.

HOW TO APPLY:

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume here!

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:

Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.