Job Description
Job Description
Company & Position Overview
At Lakeland Veridian Industries, we’re more than just a leader in the PPE sector—we’re a team of innovators, collaborators, and problem-solvers committed to protecting people around the world. Our mission is to deliver exceptional products and services that elevate safety and customer experience. If you’re looking for a workplace that values creativity, teamwork, and purpose, you’ve found it.
We’re seeking a Technical Apparel Designer to join our dynamic Product team. This role is perfect for a detail-oriented, early-career professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’ll be instrumental in developing protective apparel that protects the world's workers, an easy cause to get behind and a great one to work for.
Position Responsibilities :
- Design or redesign products as determined by Product Management.
Independently document the product development process including sourcing, costing, sample revision, feedback, wear trials, etc.
Accurately provide costing of production processes by performing sampling, time studies, and efficiency improvements.Audit bills of material and operations to calculate margin of existing product.Pattern development, maintenance, alteration and customization within Lectra Accumark Pattern Design Software (PDS).Pattern grading and model creation within Lectra Accumark PDS.Maintenance of product library for digital cutting platform.Sew or construct first samples and prototypes using industrial sewing equipment.Train or work closely with the production line to transfer new product design or process information to the production team.Creation and maintenance of illustrated technical package and work instructions combining work in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, and Excel.Development of Bill of Materials, Cutters Must, Order of Operations, Construction call outs, Seam and Stitch Identification, etc.
Write technical specifications for reference by sales, customers, and marketing.Photograph products and perform minor editing in Adobe Photoshop.Prepare and maintain product labeling and user information resources.Create art sheets for product emblems and art.Maintain illustrations of product line options and accessories in Adobe Illustrator Cloud library.Properly measure garments or accessories following industry standard techniques for quality assurance and development purposes.Provide guidance for quality inspection and quality issues related to materials, construction, fit, performance.Perform quality inspection of samples and initial production run products and provide feedback and revision direction to production / operations.Evaluate fit and function through technical review using illustrations, photos and written communication in an organized manner.Resolve fit / function / quality issues, recommending design solutions.Supervise and review work done by Technical Design Consultants.Oversee UL certification sample preparation for one or more product lines as directed by Product Management.Analyze production processes and recommend process changes, equipment or engineering to improve efficiency / quality / profitability.Assist in specifying and sourcing of production equipment needed to achieve production efficiency of product line.Assist in specifying, sourcing, and testing new materials for product line.Work closely with sales, manufacturing, material, and equipment vendors to analyze and adapt to industry, technology and design trends.Support and enforce safety policies and guidelines.Actively promote increased efficiency and profitability.Support company goals and objectives.Support, assist, and participate, in ISO 9001 Quality program.Position Preferences :
Ability to proactively troubleshoot and problem solve.Ability to work independently or within a team.Excellent organizational skills.Detail oriented with excellent follow-up skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.)Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university in apparel design, industrial design, or similar degree.Preference 3+ years relevant apparel industry work experience.Experience using PDS such as Accumark, Modaris, Optitex or similar.Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop required, InDesign preferred.Understanding of garment construction standards, manufacturing methods, materials (fabric and trims) and finishing techniques.Experience in pattern development, flat and draping; garment sizing and pattern grading - pattern making knowledge is a must.Ability to read and comprehend technical writing and lab test result documentation.Positive, motivated, and having a strong desire to uphold Veridian’s high quality standards for customer safety and satisfaction.Powered by JazzHR
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