Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, privately held house of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director Technical Design & Fitting, the Fit Technician will play an integral role in developing quality garments that reflect the Groupe Dynamite brands by ensuring garments meet the aesthetic, fit and construction requirements while maintaining constant streamlined communication with the factory and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities: 

FIT (50%)

• Lead the fit sessions and suggest any improvement to the fit;
• Work with the Design team for seasonal product development;
• Continuously develop, maintain and elevate fit standards;
• Work closely with the Design team from the hand off to all fitting stages to establish the desired look and fit of the garment on the fit model;
• Keep fit in mind throughout the fitting process, from the first proto through all stages of pre-production samples, to the final size sets and top of production samples;
• Develop and maintain a library of pattern blocks to streamline the approval process.

TECHNICAL DESIGN (20%)

• Develop initial spec packages, detailed sketches, measurements and grading for all styles;
• Issue the tech pack which includes all the technical specifications of the garment necessary for production: sketch, measurements, size grading, finishing details, yarn and fabric quality details, initial care instructions, pack method and labelling details;
• Maintain a cohesive history of the style as well as a high standard of quality for production.

SAMPLE MANAGEMENT / FACTORY RELATIONS (30%)

• Measure all fit samples, review samples prior to fittings to ensure the samples match the tech pack and was constructed as instructed;
• Work directly with factories on style development;
• Communicate the fit and construction requirements and corrections clearly to factories, anticipating potential production issues, and work out any problems that arise;
• Write detailed comments which are enhanced with digital photographs, sketches, paper patterns, etc., critiquing the fit and workmanship of garment, and make any necessary changes to the spec tech pack;
• Present solutions to the Design team to resolve problems with yarn, fabric quality or poorly made samples.
• Ensure factories properly execute fit comments to make necessary changes for the next stage of the process;
• Problem-solve fit and fabric issues as they arise;
• Coordinate approval of garments and specs;
• Maintain production deadlines and the organization/logistics of samples;
• Review each sample for quality and Groupe Dynamite standards.

 To qualify for this role, you must have…

• 5+ years experience in the apparel industry;
• Possess educational background in Fashion Design;
• Experience with fitting procedures, fitting corrections, and PAD pattern-making software knowledge required; LECTRA or others, an asset;
• Garment construction knowledge;
• Bilingual (French/English) with strong communication skills both verbal and written;
• Proficient in Illustrator, MS Office Suite, Bamboo Rose (software);
• Meticulous, detail-oriented;
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong time management and highly organized.

At GDI, you will be part of a growing organization that understands the importance of investing in people and offers you:

• A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
• A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
• Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
• An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
  Exclusive private sample sales;
• A flexible vacation policy;
• And more!

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise…
No day will be like the last—we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.

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