Assistant Technical Designer, Jackets (Chico's)

Chico's FAS, Inc DBA Chico's Retail Services, Inc; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, seeks a Technical Design Assistant to support Chico's FAS brands in Fort Myers, FL. You will assist in fittings, PLM data entry, and coordinating wear trials while maintaining brand integrity.

Ideal candidates hold an associate/bachelor’s degree in fashion design, 1–2+ years in fashion, and strong MS Office/PLM skills. Pattern software experience is a plus and a collaborative team player attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field is required.
• 1–2+ years in fashion apparel industry is preferred.
• Understanding of garment manufacturing is preferred.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily fittings: measures samples and evaluates fit/construction.
• Prepare technical packages: enter measurements, pictures, sketches in PLM.
• Enter fit notes and comments into PLM.
• Coordinate/schedule meetings and set up.
• Communicate with vendors via fax and email on technical issues.
• Administer receipt and organization of garments.
• May oversee wear trial process and track testing results.
• Support Tech leaders to meet departmental goals.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team player

Entrepreneurial spirit

Garment manufacturing knowledge

Pattern knowledge

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field

Tools

MS Office

Google Drive/Share

Adobe Creative Suite

PLM systems (FLEM PLM)

Optitex

CLO

Brozwear

Job description

About us Established in 1983 in a small Sanibel Island boutique filled with artfully stylish pieces, Chico’s has evolved to inspire accomplished women to embrace and express their individuality through effortless chic and unique styles. We’re dedicated to making women feel confident and beautiful. Build your career with a team that empowers you.

Position Objective: This position is primarily responsible for assisting Technical Designers with various tasks including sample preparation, fit session administration, and data entry functions as appropriate by Brand. Assists in meeting departmental goals and ensuring Brand integrity throughout fit process while keeping the customer in mind.

Functional Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of daily fittings: measures samples; evaluates garment fit and construction as it relates to the specific standard requirements.
• Assists in the preparation of technical packages in including entry of measurements, pictures, sketches and additional relevant information into PLM system.
• Assists in entering fit notes and comments into PLM system.
• Assists with the coordination/scheduling/set up of meetings.
• Communicates daily with vendors via fax and e-mail on various technical issues.
• Administers the receipt and organization of garments.
• May oversee the wear trial process including evaluating wear trial results, tracking product under testing and maintenance of the participant database.
• Supports Tech leaders in completing departmental goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree required; preferably in Fashion Design or related field
• 1-2+ years in fashion apparel industry required
• Understanding of garment manufacturing preferred
• Detail oriented with strong organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Share required
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative suite preferred
• Experience using Web based applications, i.e. FLEM PLM or comparable software preferred
• Entrepreneurial spirit and passion for apparel business and ability to work effectively as a team player
• Knowledge of pattern software preferred (Optitex, CLO, Brozwear)

Location

#LI-SK Location: Corporate FAS Chico's FAS - Fort Myers, FL 33928 Position Type: Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.

KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America - Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful. Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.