Associate Technical Designer

SanMar Corp.; Issaquah (WA); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

401k plan and matches

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability coverage

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

SanMar Corp. is seeking an Associate Technical Designer to manage garment fit, specifications, and production-ready tech packs. You will translate design visions into production with minimal supervision and support cross-functional teams worldwide.

The role requires strong pattern and construction knowledge and proficiency with Illustrator, Excel, and pattern tools. Hybrid work from Issaquah, WA is available with standard office hours and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in design or merchandising.
• 1+ year of experience in Technical Design in apparel.
• Knowledge of garment construction and pattern-making.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Excel.
• Understanding of the design-to-production process.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fit specs and ensure consistency across product lines.
• Measure proto samples and audit prototypes for accuracy.
• Create and update tech packs and construction drawings.
• Coordinate fit sessions with models and cross-functional teams.
• Communicate technical specs and due dates to suppliers and teams.
• Collaborate with Design, Development, and Merchandising to meet deadlines.

Skills

Garment construction

Pattern making

Adobe Illustrator

Excel

Digital photography

Technical pattern work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in design or merchandising

Tools

Gerber Accumark

Job description

At SanMar, the work you do makes a difference.

What's the Short Version?

The Associate Technical Designer is responsible for a design product category, and manages daily tasks related to garment fit and specifications. They interpret and translate the vision of designers into the production with minimal supervision.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Maintain standard fit specifications within each category and/or product group to ensure consistency throughout product lines.
• Measure proto samples to ensure accuracy from vendors; audit and comment on prototypes.
• Utilize existing or new patterns to restructure and enhance the product.
• Initiate fit sessions including model selection, scheduling, and model management.
• Review and fit samples on models - provide support for fit recommendations to Design, Development, and Merchandising teams.
• Prepare and correct patterns per fit intent and fitting comments received.
• Create and maintain tech packs; update sketches in Adobe Illustrator to keep the most current sketches in tech pack.
• Ensure consistent and organized development documentation is maintained for assigned styles, i.e. tech pack, development style count, and sample tracking reports.
• Create detailed construction drawings in Adobe Illustrator to communicate design details and construction to factories and team members.
• Effectively communicate technical design specifications, modifications, and due dates to category cross-functional team members.
• Communicate precisely with overseas branches or direct suppliers on all technical issues and to provide details of garment fit and construction.
• Work closely with suppliers to meet crucial deadlines by providing technical expertise to proceed with sample approval timeline efficiently.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

What Are We Looking For?

• Bachelor's Degree in design or merchandising, or equivalent experience
• At least 1 year of experience in Technical Design in apparel industry
• Knowledge of garment construction, material construction and properties, and pattern-making
• Adequate skills and understanding of pattern work assessment
• Understanding of the design and development process from inception through production
• Strong information seeking and problem-solving skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to communicate written and verbal information clearly and effectively
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a diverse group
• Strong proficiency in computer skills including Excel, Adobe Illustrator, digital photography
• Working knowledge in Gerber Accumark pattern making system or equivalent pattern making software experiences

What's Our Offer?

Salary Range: You’ll earn between $32.56 - $38.46 on an hourly basis, depending on experience.

Bonus: You’ll be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus up to 10% of base salary.

Paid Time Off: You’ll accrue paid time off on a weekly basis based on hours worked up to 112 hours per year to start. Employees also receive 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off.

Additional Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle
• Life insurance
• Short/long-term disability coverage
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pet insurance

What Should You Expect?

Hybrid: SanMar's Eastpointe office is located in Issaquah, WA in the Seattle metropolitan area. Employees are required to work in our offices Tuesday through Thursday each week and additional days may be added based on business needs. Our standard working hours are 8:00-5:00 PST. Periodic travel may be required. The employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods while working on a computer and participating in virtual and in-person meetings. Frequent use of hands for keyboarding and standard office equipment is required. Occasional standing, walking, and reaching may be needed to attend meetings or collaborate in an office setting. The role requires the ability to perform close visual work on a computer for extended periods. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10-15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Why Work at SanMar?

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They bring their talent, passion and dedication to work with them every day. Their hard work inspires us and gives us purpose. We love working here together.

Whether you work in our headquarters, from your home or in one of our distribution centers across North America, we believe that investing in you is just the right thing to do. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health and well-being, life balance, career growth and (eventually) retirement.

SanMar works with brands you already know, like Nike, The North Face and Brooks Brothers, as well as providing industry-leading private label apparel and accessories. Our people come to work excited to do their part, providing clothing that helps people feel that they're a part of something special.

Here's your chance to be a part of this story. If you're ready to work in a place where your participation matters and your growth is a priority, we're ready for you.

SanMar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Whoever you are, wherever you're from, whoever you love or follow in faith, whatever your disability or superpower status, whichever ethnicity or gender you identify with, you are welcome at SanMar.

SanMar participates in E-Verify.