Apparel Product Developer

Job summary

The Product Developer is responsible for designing and developing garments for uniform programs, including creating tech packs and managing the development calendar. They also collaborate with factories to track production samples, ensure quality standards, and conduct fit reviews.

Job details

Unisync is a leading provider of award winning North American Corporate Apparel, and Public Safety, Law Enforcement Uniform, Equipment supplies and protective garments across Canada and the United States. Our customer base includes Air Canada, WestJet, Canadian Coast Guard, Purolator, Petro Canada, Home Hardware, Alaska Airlines and a broad base of government entities such as the Federal Government of Canada. Job Summary: The Product Developer plans, designs and develops garments for uniform account programs. The Product Developer ensures that garments are developed efficiently and meet design specifications and quality Duties and Responsibilities: Review production samples (fabric approval, trims approval, label approval, embellishment approval, PP/TOP approval). Develop fabric/trims/garments/embellishment for uniform program accounts Prepare artworks for accessories/garments/embellishments. Prepare a visual mock-up of the finished garment Prepare garment tech packs, including BOM, garment construction, specifications, and design details – maintain Tech Packs up to date. Monitor and track trims, fabrics, lab dips, and samples (checking submissions from factories, including lab dips, bulk fabric, and print and embellishments submissions) Manage the development calendar, collaborating with the Production team Organize and maintain a library of samples, bulk fabrics & trims Communicate with factories to track development process to ensure deadlines are met and solve problems throughout the sampling and production phase. Participate in fittings and Style Reviews with technical design team to ensure collection details, fit and standards are communicated clearly. Measuring and photographing prototypes. Taking detailed notes of the required fit and construction corrections and conveying corrections to factories. Performing fabric/garment wash test during development process to test the performance of the fabric. Other duties as assigned Experience and Education: A degree or diploma in fashion design Experience in apparel design, sketching, technical drawings, technical packages Experience in conducting fit sessions Minimum 6 months experience Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Garment construction, Point of Measurement and fabric materials properties knowledge, Creativity and Innovativeness Time management Problem solving Attention to Detail – methodical interest in precision Verbal and written communication skills Independence Collaboration Stress Tolerance, ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines Service Orientation Mathematical skills: Grading formulas, percentages of fabrics on care labels Computer knowledge MS Excel, Outlook, Word, Adobe Illustrator, photoshop, pattern drafting Sewing knowledge (use of sewing machines, inserting needles and thread) Working Conditions, Physical Effort and Environment Sitting for 5 to 8 hours Vision and color discrimination Making repetitive motions Little physical strength Eye/hand coordination – manual and finger dexterity Use of sharp objects (needles and scissors) This posting is for an existing vacancy. Unisync will accommodate all applicant accommodation requests and employees with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources at 1.800.668.3243 ext. 424. Unisync is committed to Employment Equity and diversity and we have a workplace culture where employees feel comfortable with equal opportunities regardless of background, religion, race, gender, physical ability or sexual orientation. We care for our team members and inspire them to grow professionally. Thank you for your interest in Unisync. #INDHI

What you’ll do

The Product Developer is responsible for designing and developing garments for uniform programs, including creating tech packs and managing the development calendar. They also collaborate with factories to track production samples, ensure quality standards, and conduct fit reviews.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree or diploma in fashion design and possess experience in apparel design, sketching, and technical drawings. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and MS Office, along with a strong understanding of garment construction and fabric properties, is required.

Listed skills

• Adobe Illustrator · Preferred
• Photoshop · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Microsoft Outlook · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Garment construction
• Tech packs
• Adobe Illustrator
• Photoshop
• Pattern drafting
• Fabric knowledge
• Fit sessions
• Time management
• Problem solving
• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Mathematical skills
• Sewing
• MS Excel
• Outlook
• Word
• Employment Equity
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Technical Design
• Fashion Design
• Garment Construction
• Microsoft Excel
• Adobe Photoshop
• Construction
• Customer Service
• Textiles
• Ability To Distinguish Colors
• Communication
• Creativity
• Design Specifications
• Problem Solving
• Mathematics
• Microsoft Outlook
• Prototyping
• Time Management
• Technical Drawing
• Pipe Threading
• Sketching
• Coordinating
• Finger Dexterity
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Art & Design
• Manufacturing
• Retail
• Product Developer
• Product Manager (General)
• Research and Development Managers
• Marketing Managers

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