Fit & Specs Technician

Mark Edwards Apparel; Montreal; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fashion industry is seeking a Fit Technician to ensure the best possible fit for their clothing. The role involves collaborating with sales and production teams, taking detailed measurements, and training junior staff. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in fashion design, be bilingual, and possess at least three years of relevant experience. Join a dynamic team dedicated to quality and excellence in the fashion sector.

Benefits

6 personal days per year

Group insurance paid in part by the employer

Access to an online medical consultation service

RRSP contribution program

Summer hours on Fridays

Career growth and development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a Fit Technician.
• Experience with kids garments is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Take detailed FIT measurements and enter specs.
• Train and supervise Junior Fit Technicians.
• Communicate with customers and suppliers daily.

Skills

Bilingual

Garment Construction

Fit and Grading

Education

Diploma in Fashion Design

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

As leaders in the Women's and Children’s clothing design and Manufacturing industry since 1996, we have extensive experience in the fashion industry. We love working with our retail customers worldwide to deliver quality merchandise that adheres to the highest standards, the latest trends, and quickest to market production cycles.

Position summary :

The Fit Technician will work in close collaboration with the sales and production teams by taking detailed fit & spec measurements, making product recommendations and corrections in order to ensure that the clothing we sell has the best possible fit.

A day in the life :

• Participate in fit sessions (using dummies, not live models)
• Take detailed FIT measurements, enter specs and grading
• Write corrections and recommendations clearly and concisely in order to be understood by overseas suppliers
• Participate in the creation of tech packs when needed
• Communicate with customers and suppliers on a daily basis
• Work with the production and sales departments to produce the best possible fits for our customers
• Train, supervise and develop Junior Fit Technicians

What you bring to the team :

• Have at least 3 years of experience as a Fit Technician (import experience preferred)
• Experience with kids garments (an asset)
• Have a diploma in fashion design or a fashion-related field
• Be bilingual (French and English)
• This position requires you to be proficient in spoken and written English, as you will need to communicate regularly and daily with our customers and manufacturers outside of Quebec.
• Have excellent knowledge of garment construction, fit, and grading
• Be proficient in MS Word and Excel
• Exercise good judgment in all aspects of the job - prioritizing tasks, taking FIT measurements, inspecting garments, etc.

What makes Mark Edwards a great place to work :

• 6 personal days per year
• Group insurance paid in part by the employer
• Access to an online medical consultation service
• RRSP contribution program
• Summer hours on Fridays to give you time to start your weekend early
• Career growth and development opportunities
• An entrepreneurial culture of transparency, collaboration, and respect
• Our experienced team is dedicated to providing comprehensive training and support to help you develop the skills needed to succeed.

If this sounds like the perfect job for you, apply today and become a part of our dynamic and thriving business.

To apply for this position, please send your CV to [emailprotected] and mention the title of the position in the subject of your email.

Like our products and the clientele we serve, our team members are unique. Employees at Mark Edwards Group offer a variety of skills, viewpoints, and life experiences to their jobs and to our products. We are dedicated to providing a people-centered culture where each employee feels like they belong and have a voice.

Mark Edwards Group commits to respect all principles of equity in terms of employment.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration.

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