Jobs
>
San Clemente

    Senior Technical Designer - San Clemente, United States - Salt Life

    Default job background
    Retail
    Description

    Delta Apparel specializes in the design, merchandising, sales and marketing of a variety of casual and athletic products for men, women, juniors, youth and children at a wide range of price points through most distribution channels. We market fashion apparel garments, headwear and accessories under our different brands, including Salt Life, Soffe, and our Delta brand. In addition, we are a leading private label manufacturer, servicing top-tier global sportswear, lifestyle brands and retailers.

    The Salt Life brand strives to effortlessly combine function and fashion with an incredible fit tailored for the active lifestyle. With its relentless dedication to provide gear and designs that transcend, it has successfully evolved into a lifestyle brand with worldwide appeal. Whether it's surfing, fishing, diving or simply enjoying a day at the beach, those who live and breathe the Salt Life have one thing in common... the ocean and all it has to offer

    Job Summary

    The Senior Technical Designer links the design department and production to ensure that all designs translate to garments. The role includes leading the fit process from design to release to include PP's and TOPs, generating very clear measurements of each fit and translating a design concept to a well-informed tech pack working closely with our design department. Due to the nature of apparel design, the role will often manage multiple major tasks and projects simultaneously for different seasons, departments, divisions and designers.

    Essential Job Functions

    • Manage and lead the fit process from design to release, which requires a significant level of multi-tasking.
    • Categorize current design blocks, assign codes, and organize our current fits into a library for the business to reference for future development.
    • Store all fit blocks/specs/and graded specs so that they are easily found and accessible for sending patterns to different factories and thus keeping our fits consistent.
    • Responsible for keeping a library of all up-to-date specs easily accessible for all departments.
    • Work closely with design and product development to ensure that designs are translated correctly.
    • Set up fittings and manage fit sessions by fitting all samples on a live model and recording comments.
    • Take, track and communicate notes to all relevant parties to ensure final fit, quality and construction meets standards.
    • Communicate efficiently and effectively with all parties including cross-functional departments.
    • Work with Design team using their sketches to create thorough tech packs with construction details and key measurements.
    • Follow grade rules, cross-check pattern, production specs, and BOM before release to vendors. Work with vendors on grading.
    • Track and monitor execution to time-and-calendar; record and track all packages.
    • Track fit all TOP samples.
    • Keep archives of all samples, notes, trims, etc.
    • Keep all proto/SMS/PP and TOP samples organized with all approval dates and notes.

    Job Requirements

    Competencies: (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

    • Must have an understanding of all pattern making/specs for all categories: Men's, Ladies and Youth
    • Demonstrate a cooperative, professional demeanor
    • Highly detail-oriented and meticulous while producing accurate work
    • Ability to prioritize and make quick decisions
    • Superior organizational skills
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
    • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
    • Ability to balance creativity with technical capability, and interpret design sketches for tech packs
    • Knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim
    • Proficient in MS Office including MS Excel and some knowledge of Illustrator
    • Knowledge or experience working in a PLM program is a plus

    Experience:

    • 8-10 plus years of experience in technical design of apparel or relevant training
    • Experience working with overseas factories
    • Experience working with prints and repeats is a plus

    Education:

    • Bachelor's degree is preferred

    Supervisory Responsibility

    None

    Work Environment

    Most work is performed in an interior environment where the employee is not typically exposed to the outside elements or high levels or high frequency of sound/noise.

    Physical Demands

    The physical demands of the job include interacting and communicating verbally with others and listening to exchange of information, frequently reading and writing and/or typing information, repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers, standing, walking.

    Expected work hours

    Typical hours are Monday – Friday at 8 hours per day

    Travel

    None is expected at this time

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    The Company bases all employment decisions, including selection of employees and the job advancement of employees, on an individual's qualifications, aptitude, and experience for the position, as well as satisfactory references. The Company does not discriminate with respect to terms and conditions of employment on the basis of a person's race, creed, color, religion, age, gender, genetic information, national origin, sex, uniformed service, veteran status, protected disability, or any other category protected under federal or state law. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

    This job description is not designed to cover a complete listing of any possible activity, duty or responsibility of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

    Salt Life will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Salt Life is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right's Department Fair Chance

    Salary range: $90,000-110,000


  • Travis Mathew

    Technical Designer

    17 hours ago


    Travis Mathew Huntington Beach, United States

    TravisMathew is a premium apparel brand that exists because we seized an opportunity—and we're inviting you to take yours. Back in 2007, we saw there weren't many companies whose clothing bridged the gap between performance and lifestyle, so we created our own. Inspired by the su ...

  • FRANK.

    Technical Designer

    4 days ago


    FRANK. Costa Mesa, United States

    FRANK. is currently seeking a Technical Designer to join our team This position reports directly to the Creative Director. This position will be full time at our beautiful studio located in Costa Mesa, CA. · **About Us**: · **About You**: · **Responsibilities**: · Use interior an ...


  • Travis Mathew Huntington Beach, United States

    TravisMathew is a premium apparel brand that exists because we seized an opportunity—and we're inviting you to take yours. Back in 2007, we saw there weren't many companies whose clothing bridged the gap between performance and lifestyle, so we created our own. Inspired by the su ...


  • ZephyrTech Rancho Santa Margarita, United States

    About Our Company · With over 1,100 employees, Bihler is the world's leading system supplier in stamping, bending, welding, and assembly technology. For over seven decades, we have been solving challenging automation tasks at the highest technical level. · Your Daily Work · Techn ...

  • Regency Plumbing & Piping, Inc.

    Plumbing Supervisor

    17 hours ago


    Regency Plumbing & Piping, Inc. San Clemente, United States

    **WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM** · **ABOUT REGENCY PLUMBING & PIPING, INC.** · Established in 1952, we provide commercial gas plumbing services, specializing in medical, dental, and veterinary offices in the Southern California area. We know medical facilities of all types depend ...


  • TrafFix Devices, Inc. San Clemente, United States

    **Job Summary**: · The TMA Production Associate is responsible for assembling truck-mounted attenuators according to company specifications. As a part of a team, this position references build orders, sources parts, and assembles parts to complete the build of a TMA. The TMA Asso ...


  • Giro Sport Design Irvine, United States

    Job Overview: · We are seeking a talented Senior Technical Designer to be a part of our close-knit technical design team, to work closely with our design and development teams across our brands. Working from initial design sketches, creating detailed technical garment measurement ...


  • Tencent Irvine, CA, United States

    Work Mode:OnsiteResponsibilities:Welcome to Lightspeed LA (Irvine), the first U.S.-based, AAA game development studio for Tencent Games, where we are focused on building open-world games that emphasize an ambitious living world, sophisticated player-driven gameplay, and mature, t ...


  • Catalyst Creative Group Irvine, United States

    A TREND-LEADER IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY · Catalyst Creative Group is a trend-leading Men's apparel Design and Manufacturing company based in Irvine, CA. In addition to designing our own brands and licenses (Ezekiel, Party Pants, Dockers), we have become a dominant player in privat ...


  • Vista Outdoor, Inc. Irvine, United States Full time

    Job Description · Job Overview: · We are seeking a talented Senior Technical Designer to be a part of our close-knit technical design team, to work closely with our design and development teams across our brands. Working from initial design sketches, creating detailed technical g ...


  • Amazon Games Irvine, United States Full time

    Sr. Technical Designer, New World · We are looking for a Sr. Technical designer to join the AI and Combat teams on New World. New World is an Open World MMO that pits players against the haunted wilderness of Aeternum, a mysterious island in the twilight of the Age of Exploration ...


  • Amazon Games Irvine, United States Full time

    Sr. Technical Designer, New World · We are looking for a Sr. Technical designer to join the AI and Combat teams on New World. New World is an Open World MMO that pits players against the haunted wilderness of Aeternum, a mysterious island in the twilight of the Age of Exploration ...


  • Amazon Games Irvine, United States Full time

    Sr. Technical Designer, New World · We are looking for a Sr. Technical designer to join the AI and Combat teams on New World. New World is an Open World MMO that pits players against the haunted wilderness of Aeternum, a mysterious island in the twilight of the Age of Exploration ...


  • Infinity Systems Rancho Mission Viejo, CA, United States Freelance

    Currently, at Adacor, we have a team of 85 colleagues at our Rancho Mission Viejo, CA location - a diverse group driven by the passion to design and provide cloud infrastructures that inspire us and our clients. We operate cloud services for companies such as VW, E.ON, Ernst Klet ...


  • Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano, United States

    Overview: · **Clinical Lab Scientist I - San Juan Capistrano, CA - Tuesday - Saturday - 4:00pm - 1:30am** · This position is accountable for performing clinical laboratory testing, following all applicable policies and procedures. · **Pay Range: $ $63.61 / hour** · **Benefits Inf ...


  • Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano, United States

    Overview: · **Clinical Lab Scientist I - San Juan Capistrano, CA - Tuesday to Saturday **3:00PM-11:30PM** · This position is accountable for performing clinical laboratory testing, following all applicable policies and procedures. · **Pay Range: $ $63.61 / hour** · **Benefits Inf ...


  • Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano, United States

    Overview: · **Clinical Lab Scientist I - San Juan Capistrano, CA - Tuesday - Saturday - 7:00am · - 3:30pm** · This position is accountable for performing clinical laboratory testing, following all applicable policies and procedures. · **Pay Range:$ $63.61 / hour** · **Benefits In ...

  • Quest Diagnostics

    Lab Associate I

    1 week ago


    Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano, United States

    Overview: · **Lab Associate I - San Juan Capistrano, CA - Tuesday - Saturday - 5:00am - 1:30pm** · **Department**:Clin Lab - Auto Chemistry** · This non-licensed position is accountable for assisting with general support for the laboratory, following all applicable policies and p ...

  • Quest Diagnostics

    Lab Associate Ii

    5 days ago


    Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano, United States

    Overview: · **Lab Associate II - San Juan Capistrano, CA - Tuesday to Saturday 12:00PM-8:30PM** · **Department: Spec Chem - General - Clin Lab** · This non-licensed position is accountable for assisting with general support for the laboratory, following all applicable policies an ...


  • Nexus Dynamics Dana, United States

    JOB DESCRIPTION Architectural Draftsperson m/f/d · DAYCO Immobilien GmbH, founded in 2010, manages existing properties in the Ostwestfalen-Lippe region. In the future, we plan to create over 200 new residential units in the Minden-Lübbecke area. Therefore, we are currently seekin ...