Senior Technical Designer

TWP is looking for a Senior technical designer to support the production and lead the patternmaking team. This position will report to the Director of Production. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who is able to implement and improve processes while maintaining quality, timelines and budget.Responsibilities· Follow T&A calendar to help fit styles from SMS through PP to TOP and QC stage.· Update tech packs, send comments to overseas factories, liaise with production/QC team on dissemination of domestic fit comments.· Spec garments and provide graded specs to domestic grader/marker and to overseas factories.· Work with patternmakers, grader/marker and development teams to obtain and maximize accuracy of consumption, fabrications, trims, processes.· Follow production from SMS fitting stage through PP, TOP, to eventual delivery at our NJ warehouse.· Work with QC manager and warehouse manager, to arrange bulk inspections at warehouse, as needed.· Liaise with specialty category consultants (denim, sweaters, accessories) on the production of their seasonal capsules to ensure fit, quality standards and timely arrival.· Work with production and raw materials teams to prioritize around fabric and trim arrival to factories.· Schedule and manage weekly and seasonal production fittings.· Oversee selection and maintenance of fit model. Approve fit model agency invoices.· Direct daily communication (in-person, email, phone, video) with outside vendors and contractors.· Update WIP chart and tech packs; create and maintain POMs and specs in RLM.· Participate in weekly WIP meetings; advise of issues or concerns that can delivery / process.· Share key seasonal specs and fit/finish details with DTC and wholesale channels.· Create and maintain fit guides for selected categories.· Maintain digital archive of Gerber patterns and markers; email and print as needed.· Schedule freelance patternmaking / digitizing help, as needed.Qualifications5+ years of experience in a Technical Design role with a strong background in garment construction and pattern making.Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.Experience with ERP/PLM systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.A proactive and entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for technical design and product development.Domestic production experience is strongly preferred.

Created: 2025-01-16