Production / Technical Assistant | Karl Lagerfeld Sportswear

G-III Apparel Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading fashion company in New York City seeks a Production / Technical Assistant to manage sample tracking and collaborate with production teams. Requirements include a bachelor's degree in fashion production and entry-level experience in technical design. Strong organizational skills and proficiency in Excel are essential. This full-time position offers a salary range of $50,000–$60,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in apparel production or technical design.
• Knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, and trims is preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming sample boxes and organize samples.
• Print and review tech packs, ensuring alignment with samples.
• Attend fittings and document fit comments.
• Communicate with vendors regarding fit and measurement updates.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Production or related field

Tools

PLM systems

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Overview

Production / Technical Assistant, Karl Lagerfeld Sportswear. Base pay range: $50,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr. Location: On-Site, New York City, Midtown Manhattan - Fashion District. Reporting to the Production Manager.

Responsibilities

• Sample Management: Open incoming sample boxes, unpack and organize samples, and create style lists for tracking
• Tech Pack Alignment: Print and review tech packs for each style, checking samples against materials, trims and details
• Measurement and Specifications: Measure samples and accurately record measurements in the tech pack spec sheet
• Fit Preparation: Steam, hang or fold samples neatly, ensuring each sample is paired with its tech pack before fittings
• Fitting Support: Attend fittings, note fit comments directly in the tech pack, and photograph garments on fit models for reference
• Vendor Communications: Send fit comments and measurement updates to vendors and respond promptly to vendor questions and clarifications
• Timeline Tracking: Monitor delivery dates and sample schedules to ensure timely fittings and approvals
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Production Manager and Technical Designers to maintain smooth workflow across teams

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Production, Merchandising or related field
• 0-2 years of experience in apparel production / technical design
• Knowledge of garment construction, fabrics and trims is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; exposure to PLM systems and Adobe Illustrator preferred
• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple deadlines
• Detail and task-oriented
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

The pay range for this position is: $24.03 per hour / $50,000 per year (Annualized salary based on a 40 hour work week) - $28.84 per hour / $60,000 per year (Annualized salary based on a 40 hour work week)

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. | www.g-iii.com

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.

G-III’s owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under Cole Haan, Converse, Dockers, Kenneth Cole, Levi’s, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Production
• Industries
• Retail Apparel and Fashion

Inferred benefits: Medical insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k).

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