We are seeking a Garment Technician/ Production Coordinator to join our growing team based in Byron Bay.

This exciting role is for a multi skilled individual who has the ability to combine the technical, practical and the creative. Working closely with our Creative Director and Senior Designer to develop styles from initial concept, through to sampling and bulk. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the production and product development process.

4 days per wk.

Responsibilities:

• Work in collaboration with the Creative Director and Senior Designer to ensure new product is interpreted, developed and produced to the highest quality and standards within the timeline.
• Manage development timeline and production calendar to ensure product is developed, sampled and produced as intended.
• Keep Range Plans and boards up to date.
• Create detailed tech packs, including construction, fabric, trims, workmanship details and grading for supplier handover. Applying an in depth understanding of garment construction.
• Organise fit sessions, review and measure styles, compile comments, update tech packs and communicate with suppliers.
• Effective communication with our network of suppliers, building meaningful working relationships.
• Technical management including fit consistency, garment efficiencies, grading, packaging, quality assurance and compliance 
• Manage all samples including SMS and Photoshoot samples.
• Negotiating prices to achieve margin targets whilst maintaining product quality.
• Create technical drawings using Illustrator
• Source new fabrications, trims, technology and consistently across new sustainable developments.
• Seek feedback from Sales team, review product and gain feedback for continuous improvement of product.

 

 

Skills:

• 5+ years experience in a similar role.
• Fashion Design or Technical qualification 
• Sound knowledge of garment construction, specifications, grading and quality control. Pattern making experience highly regarded.
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written 
• Strong ability to problem solve with a solutions focus.
• Passion for creating exceptional product and collections.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively within a team as well as independently  
• Ability to prioritise, multi-task and meet tight deadlines 
• A friendly and professional attitude 
• High attention to details and strong organisation skills.
• Excellent skills in Excel and proficient in Adobe Illustrator.
• Positive and driven individual

Why Arcaa:

• Based in Byron Bay.
• A collaborative environment where new ideas are welcomed.
• Friendly, warm and professional team culture
• Generous clothing allowance and discount
• Arcaa is passionate about giving back. We proudly support PANDA Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia. Donating with every order.
• Opportunity for career growth

If this sounds like you we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume to hello@arcaamovement.co