Garment Technician

White Fox Boutique; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rosebery location

Onsite gym

Yoga sessions

Clothing allowance

Clothing discounts

Fun events

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

White Fox is a globally recognised fashion brand based in Sydney, Australia, seeking an experienced Garment Technician to join our Design & Production team. You will work across the entire range, transitioning concepts to samples and preparing tech packs, with close collaboration to offshore factories.

The role requires 5+ years in a similar fast fashion role, tertiary education in Design with Pattern Making and Grading, and strong software skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years' experience in a similar role ideally within the fast fashion industry.
• Tertiary education in Design, Pattern making and Grading is essential
• A genuine awareness of trends and the ability to incorporate this into fit sessions
• Strong industry leading software and technology skills (e.g. Excel, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and the Adobe Creative Suite)
• Experience in Pattern making, and Grading is essential
• Tech pack and garment spec knowledge is essential
• Experience working across a variety of categories is essential
• In-depth knowledge and experience in fabric testing, textile properties and quality assurance
• Strong communication skills
• Strong organisational skills to adhere to critical path deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Design and production team to transition from initial concepts through to final sample, reporting directly into the Design and production Manager
• Creating initial Tech Packs in conjunction with design for sample development
• Measuring garments and commenting on manufacturing finishes for all sampling
• Conduct fit meetings and communication of comments to off-shore factories
• Liaising daily with suppliers in China in regards to re-fits, fabrics, finishes and grading
• Constant communication with Production team to keep on track with timelines and critical paths

Skills

Strong communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Ability to work in a fast paced env

Education

Tertiary education in Design, Pattern making and Grading

Tools

Excel

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

White Fox is a globally recognised fashion brand loved by babes and celebs worldwide.

Established in 2013 and based in Sydney, Australia, White Fox has quickly become the go-to online fashion destination and is continuing to take over wardrobes everywhere.

Due to rapid growth and expansion we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Garment Technician to join our Design & Production team while working across our entire range.

This is a fast paced position working alongside another garment technician, garment tech assistant and closely with various teams within our business.

Salary range: 85-95k + super per annum

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Design and production team to transition from initial concepts through to final sample, reporting directly into the Design and production Manager
• Creating initial Tech Packs in conjunction with design for sample development
• Measuring garments and commenting on manufacturing finishes for all sampling
• Conduct fit meetings and communication of comments to off-shore factories
• Liaising daily with suppliers in China in regards to re-fits, fabrics, finishes and grading
• Constant communication with Production team to keep on track with timelines and critical paths

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years' experience in a similar role ideally within the fast fashion industry
• Tertiary education in Design, Pattern making and Grading is essential
• A genuine awareness of trends and the ability to incorporate this into fit sessions
• Strong industry leading software and technology skills (e.g. Excel, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and the Adobe Creative Suite);
• Experience in Pattern making, and Grading is essential
• Tech pack and garment spec knowledge is essential
• Experience working across a variety of categories is essential
• In-depth knowledge and experience in fabric testing, textile properties and quality assurance
• Strong communication skills
• Strong organisational skills to adhere to critical path deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Benefits

• Rosebery location, walking distance Green Square train station
• Stunning offices including onsite gym & kitchen stocked with lots of goodies
• Weekly onsite Yoga
• Monthly clothing allowance + ongoing clothing discounts
• Fun events throughout the year
• Employee Assistance Program