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American giant is a leading brand known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and commitment to USA manufacturing. We strive to provide our customers with high-quality garments that are both fashionable and functional.
The Fit Technician is responsible for ensuring the fit, sizing, and construction of garments meet the company’s standards and specifications. This role involves collaborating with designers, pattern makers, and manufacturers to create high-quality garments that meet the expectations of both the brand and the customer.
Position: Fit Technician
Department: Product Development
Location: San Francisco
Reports to: VP of Product
Key Responsibilities:
- Fit Analysis: Conduct fit sessions with live models or dress forms, analyzing garment fit, balance, and construction. Document and communicate fit issues and recommendations for improvements.
- Garment Evaluation: Review samples from initial proto stages through to pre-production. Assess the overall quality, construction, and adherence to design specifications.
- Measurement Specifications: Develop and maintain detailed measurement specifications and grading rules for each size. Ensure consistency across all products.
- Pattern Adjustments: Work with pattern makers to adjust patterns based on fit analysis. Ensure patterns are accurate and meet fit and design requirements.
- Communication: Provide clear, concise feedback to pattern maker, internal team and manufacturers regarding fit corrections, construction changes, and quality improvements.
- Quality Control: If required Fit Technician might be asked to participate in quality control processes to ensure that final production garments meet the required fit and quality standards.
- Technical Documentation: Create and maintain technical fit documentation, including fit comments, measurement charts, and construction details.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with pattern maker, fit models, product developers, and production teams to ensure fit and quality expectations are met throughout the development process.
- Trend Analysis: Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in fit technology. Apply this knowledge to continuously improve fit processes and standards.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Textile Science, Apparel Engineering, or related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Fit Technician, technical designer, or similar role in the garment industry.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in pattern making and garment construction. Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., Gerber) is a plus.
- Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and address fit and construction issues.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to convey technical information clearly and effectively.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate fit and make necessary adjustments.
- Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and interact effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under tight deadlines.
Working Environment:
- Hybrid Office environment with occasional travel to manufacturing sites or production facilities or to pattern makers site for running fit sessions.
- Fit sessions may require standing for extended periods and frequent handling of garments.
