Tech Designer, Men's Apparel

At Jockey, caring is our responsibility. It’s the fabric of who we are and drives everything we do. It drives us to listen, innovate, and improve. To design thoughtfully. To craft skillfully. To give back wholeheartedly. Founded in 1876, Jockey is a family-owned company recognized the world over for delivering feel-good comfort. Our premium apparel is sold in more than 140 countries and our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service is legendary.

We believe that extraordinary service comes from the heart and is delivered by extraordinary individuals! Is that you?

Jockey is seeking a Tech Designer, Men’s Apparel, to join our Design team!

The Tech Designer, Men’s Apparel, will build apparel from concept to production, ensuring product is within Block Fit & Standards framework. This position will collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure fit and quality excellence.

This position will be located at our corporate headquarters in Kenosha, WI (between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI area).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for accurately interpreting designers’ intent from development through production.
• Create and maintain tech packs, including garment construction, sketches, graded measurement charts, fit comments, and pattern corrections.
• Communicate fit revisions to factories through pattern corrections and images.
• Maintain fit consistency based on category history, block patterns, and standards specs.
• Research and resolve fit and construction issues using appropriate resources.
• Identify potential production, quality, and costing issues, and make appropriate recommendations while maintaining design and fit intent.
• Schedule and lead fit sessions on live models and determine necessary fit adjustments to achieve desired base fit of garments.
• Conduct wear tests to ensure the garment wearability and product performance.
• Research competitors, trends, and new technologies in the industry.
• Conduct competitive analysis when required.
• Track and manage samples to ensure seasonal deadlines are met.
• Collaborate with Designer and Product Development to ensure product is production feasible.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5-7 years of proven applied experience in pattern making, grading, and construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in technical design or related field required.
• Understanding of physical fit – evaluation of body size, shape, and the relationship of clothing on the target body.
• Knowledgeable in garment construction, pattern making, and technical design processes specific to apparel.
• Solid knowledge of different fabrics and materials used in apparel, including their properties and suitability for specific garment constructions.
• Understanding of the comfort and support requirements for different types of apparel.
• Solid working knowledge of sewing techniques, stitch properties, and overall garment detail.
• Knowledge of garment fit and ability to articulate fit change recommendations.
• Working knowledge of a computerized pattern making system, Gerber/Lectra.
• Elevated sense of style and aesthetic.
• Detail oriented with strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Solid working knowledge of PLM system.

In return for your expertise, JOCKEY offers a competitive and comprehensive flexible benefits package which includes Medical/Dental/Life/Vision, 401(k), educational support, paid Volunteerism program, fitness club discounts, onsite health & wellness programs, generous employee discounts, a business casual work environment, a challenging work environment, and exciting career growth opportunities!