Fit Technician
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Job Description:
Job Requirements:
Position: Fit & Spec Technician
Industry Sector: Retail and Manufacturer
Location: Downtown Montreal
Salary: up to 70K depending on experience
**100% work from the office/no remote**
Are you in-tune with your athletic side? Do you have a passion for all things outerwear
If you’re a Fit and Spec Technician seeking a new challenge and have experience working in the Fashion Industry then we have the ideal opportunity for you.
About them
- Competitive salary
- RRSP contribution program
- Employee discount
- Health and dental benefits
- Employee and family assistance programs
The role
- Certify that all garments are of the correct fit, look, style and quality
- Ensure the look is stylish and current to the market-place trends
- Correct patterns
- Conduct research on competition and market trends for fits and specs
- Establish grading rules for men, women and childrenswear
- Measure samples for fit and production against size specifications to guarantee the desired fit is consistently achieved
- Establish garment blocks over a variety of categories; set POMs (points of measure)
- Conduct fitting on live models and design team
- Make modifications to specifications and details to achieve desired fit and look; send comments to factory on workmanship and sample construction/bulk production as they relate to sewing, fit, garment details, trims and labelling
- Must be able to correct sketches in Illustrator and create technical drawings to better communicate to factories; complete spec sheets and develop tech packs
- Other duties as assigned
Credentials
- 5 years’ experience working a Fit Technician in fashion apparel
- Equivalent of Fashion and Design College Diploma
- Must be proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, MS suite
- Must be able to work on PLM system; knowledge of Backbone PLM software and 3D apparel design are considered assets
- Excellent knowledge of garment construction and product development cycle
- Strong communication skills; French and English
- Able to conduct fit sessions
- Ability to prioritize work flow
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Please note that only candidates who meet the above criteria will be contacted within 48hours
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