Fit Technician - Apparel

American Exchange Group

$85K — $90K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of apparel fit and garment construction, particularly in knits and soft goods.
  • Experience managing production timelines with multiple factories.
  • Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Apparel, Textiles, or a related field.
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite for design and documentation.
  • Skilled in sewing techniques and garment construction understanding.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills to handle deadlines effectively.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, fostering collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Lead fit sessions with both live models and dress forms.
  • Evaluate garment fit, balance, and proportion across diverse categories.
  • Create and relay clear fit feedback to overseas manufacturers.
  • Work with patternmakers and technical design to troubleshoot fit issues.
  • Review samples for quality, ensuring consistency and adherence to specifications.
  • Track fit approvals while maintaining detailed sample records.
  • Collaborate with merchandising, design, and production teams to meet project timelines.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
  • Half Day Fridays with shortened hours during Summer and Winter seasons.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) options available.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to help manage healthcare costs.
  • Tax-free commuter benefits and employee merchandise discounts.
Full Job Description
We are expanding our team and looking for a highly skilled Apparel Technical Fit Designer / Fit Technician to support our growing junior, missy, plus, and sleepwear divisions. The ideal candidate has a sharp technical eye, strong fit expertise, and the ability to work quickly in a fast-paced environment. This role is onsite Monday - Thursday, Friday remote Responsibilities - Lead fit sessions on live models and dress forms - Evaluate garment fit, balance, and proportion across all categories - Create and communicate clear, accurate fit comments to overseas factories - Collaborate with patternmakers and technical design to resolve fit issues - Review and measure samples (SMS, PP, TOP) for consistency and accuracy - Ensure garments meet brand specs, measurements, and construction standards - Track fit approvals and maintain sample records - Work closely with merch, design, and production teams to meet deadlines - Able to work independently, be a team player, and take full ownership of tasks Qualifications - Strong knowledge of apparel fit, garment construction, and fabric properties, with a focus on knits and soft goods preferred - Experience working with multiple factories and managing production timelines - Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Apparel, Textiles, or a related field - Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite - Skilled in sewing techniques and understanding garment construction - Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities - Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally - Comfortable in a fast-paced environment and adaptable to change About You - Fast, accurate, and detail-oriented - Strong technical problem-solver - Highly accountable and self-driven - Comfortable working in a high-volume, rapid-turnover production environment What We Offer - Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance - 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match - Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays - Half Day Fridays with shortened hours during both Summer and Winter seasons - Health Savings Account (HSA) - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Tax-free commuter benefits - Exclusive employee merchandise discounts Salary: The anticipated base salary is $85k-$90k annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, internal equity, and location. This position description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position. While this description is intended to accurately reflect the position's activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary. The compensation package is dependent on a number of factors, including, for example, experience, education, market data, and business needs.

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