Apparel Designer

Manmade; Montreal; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing online retailer based in Montreal seeks an Apparel Designer to ensure the quality and accuracy of product designs. The role involves managing technical packages, overseeing garment construction, and coordinating with overseas manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have a passion for apparel, strong technical skills in CAD, and at least five years of experience.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

Catered lunches daily

Variety of snacks, drinks, coffee, and fruit

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in apparel or related field.
• Strong understanding of the apparel industry.
• Proficiency in CAD and Adobe Illustrator is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed technical packages including sketches and specifications.
• Utilize CAD software for pattern analysis and garment detailing.
• Oversee garment construction and quality assurance processes.

Skills

Pattern construction

Attention to detail

Garment construction

Adaptability

Tools

CAD

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Contact information

• Name: Mia Barouki
• Phone: [phone]

Who is Manmade?

We’re a Montreal-based online retailer of premium quality essentials, known particularly for our men’s boxer briefs. Since launching in 2021, we have been rapidly growing. Our brand is on the verge of becoming a household name in Canada and is expanding in the US market.

Who are we looking for?

The Apparel Designer will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and quality of our product designs by managing technical packages, pattern analysis, sample assessments, and timelines from concept to final production. The ideal candidate is passionate about garment construction with a keen eye for detail and quality.

Is this for you?

As we are growing rapidly, adaptability and presence in-house are required.

What else are we offering?

Extended health and dental benefits fully paid by the employer, catered lunches daily, and a variety of snacks, drinks, coffee, and fruit.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed technical packages, including sketches, specifications, measurements, and construction details to guide production.
• Utilize CAD software for pattern analysis, adjustments, and garment detailing to ensure precise alignment with design specifications.
• Oversee garment construction, quality control (QC), and quality assurance (QA) processes to meet company standards.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and quality teams overseas to ensure quality checks adhere to our standards.
• Evaluate samples for quality, fit, and adherence to specifications, providing feedback to sample makers and manufacturers.
• Conduct research and development on garment measurements and construction for new product development.
• Ensure designs are optimized for fit and comfort while maintaining brand quality standards.
• Develop and oversee timelines for product delivery, prototyping, and final production to ensure timely completion.
• Collaborate with the production team to produce cohesive, high-quality products that meet standards and deadlines.

Requirements

• 5 years of relevant experience in apparel or related field
• Passion for and strong understanding of the apparel industry
• Proficiency in CAD and Adobe Illustrator
• Excellent knowledge of pattern construction and specifications