Optitex Textile Design Software Company

OptiTex is a customer-oriented textile design software company - tuned to the market and attentive to customers` needs. We greatly value our customers and OptiTex employees have come to follow this long-standing tradition.

If you are looking for a warm and friendly work environment that offers diversity and a challenge, OptiTex is the place for you. Work on the cutting edge of technology and enjoy professional and personal satisfaction and success.

OptiTex is looking for creative, ambitious and dedicated individuals. We offer the opportunity for personal and professional growth, with a competitive salary and benefits program.

Send resumes to:
Human Resources Department
OptiTex Ltd.
Fax: +972-3-9042710
Email: optitex.jobs@optitex.com

Posted by Stephanie Coronado

Jones Apparel Group Textile Assistant (NYC)

Description

Jones Apparel Group is currently looking for a Textile Assistant. The essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• E-mail and correspond with suppliers for fabric information
• Train and work on PLM
• Order tailoring fabrics
• Update fabric information
• Set up vendor appointments
• Review fabrics with vendors when necessary
• Check and submit tailoring invoices
• Maintain fabric library
• Handle all clerical tasks

Qualifications

The skills and qualifications required for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Must be organize and be able to multi task
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of textiles

An EEO/Affirmative Action Employer.

Posted by Kris Iringan

UC Davis Textiles Instructor (Davis, CA)

Requisition Number:	03002755
Recruitment Open To:	UCD/UCDHS Employees and General Public
For Full Consideration Apply By:	05-20-2010
Closing Date:	Open Until Filled
Position:	TEXTILES INSTRUCTOR
Payroll Title	RECREATION PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR
Number of Positions:	Multiple
Salary:	$8.50 per hour
Appointment Type:	Limited
Appointment Description:	10% variable appointment from 07/01/10 through 06/30/11 with possibility of extension based on program needs.
Overtime Eligible: (FLSA)	Non-Exempt
Union/HEERA Representation:	This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit
Department:	DEPT OF CAMPUS RECREATION - 068037
Department Description:	Campus Recreation is a department within the division of Student Affairs that provides fitness, wellness, and recreation programs to the campus community through the operation and administration of the following: The UC Davis Activities and Recreation Center, Pavilion, Fitness and Wellness Programs, Intramural Sports and Sports Clubs, Equestrian Center, Craft Center, Outdoor Adventures, Youth Programs, Aquatics Program and the Cal Aggie Marching Band.
Location:	Davis
Position Details
Job Summary:	Provide instruction to Craft Center patrons for beginning, intermediate, and advanced classes in textiles. Classes include but are not limited to: crochet, knitting, quilting, misanga, sewing, spinning, weaving, and silk painting. Instruct students in the use and care of textile tools and equipment. Distribute, collect, and submit course evaluations. Clean up studio/lab after every class. Recreation Program Instructors at the Craft Center provide evening and weekend instruction in specific craft techniques. Classes can vary from one 8 hour workshop to seven classes of 2 hours at time once a week.
Physical Demands:	Exposure to dyeing chemicals.
Work Environment:	Work evenings and weekends.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:	Theoretical understanding and demonstrated skill in textiles to teach multiple levels of one or more classes in crochet, dyeing, knitting, quilting, misanga, sewing, spinning, weaving, and silk painting. Knowledge of use and care of tools and materials associated with textiles as well as the procedures required to ensure strict standards of health and safety. Communication skills to facilitate class discussion among a culturally diverse clientele and to use a variety of teaching aids. Writing skills to provide course descriptions and reports associated with class(es) being taught.
Preferred Qualifications:
Quick Link To This Position:	www.employment.ucdavis.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=55470
Search Category:	All Jobs

Posted by Kris Iringan

American Apparel Textile Analyst/Testing Technician (Los Angeles)

	Title	Textile Analyst/Testing Technician - Los Angeles
	Location	USA / California, Southern
	Category	Quality Assurance
	Type	Full Time / Regular
	Criteria	Mid-Level
Description
	We are a growing organization and we are looking for someone who wants to build a career. Our Textile Testing and Color Laboratory has an opening for an experienced Textile Analyst/Testing Technician. The successful candidate will prepare test samples, readies equipment and conducts rudimentary tests under direction of laboratory supervisor and/or manager. Performs analysis of test results, as obtained by specific methodologies and techniques. The incumbent will coordinate projects, multiple laboratory operational activities and act as the point of contact between lab and other departments. Responsible for recording, reviewing and reporting of data. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in Textile Technology, Textile Engineering or Textile Chemistry with a minimum of one (1) year experience of textile testing, preferably in fabric and garment testing. Familiarity with AATCC/ASTM textile test methods and experience in a commercial textile testing laboratory would be an advantage. We offer competitive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Life Insurance, and opportunities for growth! Please apply here.

Posted by Kris Iringan

U4ia Designer (SF)

Job Type: Freelance

Company Overview:


Our client is a leading fashion retailer, and we are currently working with them to find a freelance u4ia textile designer. Please note this is a u4ia based textile role, so you MUST be highly proficient with u4ia. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for creating and revising assigned textiles utilizing u4ia program.


Requirements:


Job Responsibilities Include:

■Create and revise assigned prints using u4ia.
■Manage deadlines and assigned projects.
■Work with cross functional teams to ensure seasonal goals are met
Job Qualifications Include:

■Expert proficiency with u4ia
■Expert proficiency with Photoshop and Illustrator
■4+ years relevant print/CAD experience
■Able to work in fast paced, deadline driven environment

Posted By Magie Fong

Forever 21 Fabric & Color Coordinator (Los Angeles, CA)

Country :	USA
Region :	California
Department :	Los Angeles
Town :	LOS ANGELES, CA
Contract type :	Permanent
Availability :	Full time
Experience :	5 to 10 years
FABRIC AND COLOR COORDINATOR
Description :	FOREVER 21 Forever 21 is one of the most dynamic and rapidly growing retailers in the fashion industry, currently operating more than 400 stores across the country. Forever 21 is committed to providing a trendy line of fashionable clothing at reasonable prices. We are dedicated to making each customer’s shopping experience a happy and enjoyable one. Fabric and Color Coordinator DESIGN DEPARTMENT Los Angeles, California Job Position Roles and Responsibilities: · Approve all trim, fabric, color on all garments in a 24-hour turn. · Organize fabric and trim library. Color and fabric trending · Set up Fabric area for the department’s design team and manage fabric/trim. · Prompt and Proper Communication of direction to fabric sourcing team in Asia. · Work with design and production to meet all guidelines and deadlines. · Produce Fabric and Trim Trend Boards monthly/seasonally. Required Skills and Qualifications: · Minimum 5 - 7 years of Product Development, Design or related experience REQUIRED. · Fashion Merchandising, Textile, or related degree REQUIRED. · Strong knowledge of Woven/Knit Fabrics. · Strong color sense and fabric/trim knowledge. · Excellent organizational skills. Ability to work independently. · Flexible with assigned work and thrive in a fast-paced environment. · Team-oriented. Submit resume to CORPORATECAREERS@FOREVER21.COM. Job ID: 398

Posted by Kris Iringan

Textile Designer (San Francisco, CA)

Date: 2010-04-02, 12:04PM PDT
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Small San Fancisco based textile studio looking to add a full-time designer to our team. We create hand painted and computer generated art for the fashion industry - babies, juniors and womens.

The ideal candidate:
+ Professional, organized and creative
+ Thorough understanding of pattern repeats and a great eye for color
+ Photoshop and Illustrator expert
+ Hand drawing skills
+ Self-motivated
+ Basic sewing skills
+ Experience in apparel and home textiles
+ Printing experience
+ Sense of humor, love of hot beverages

Please send us a link to your portfolio and resume. We offer a competitive benefits package, flexible hours, and a beautiful work space.

• Compensation: based on experience
• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
• Please, no phone calls about this job!
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

PostingID: 1673527945


Posted by Kris Iringan

Assistant Production/Designer (Los Angeles)

A Garment/Fashion company needs a full-time Assistant Production and Designer, must be able to do the followings;

- Assisting Production Manager for garment production, familiar with garment production processes.
- Assisting designers for development production, familiar with fabrics and printed fabrics.
- Having experience in garment and textile industries.
- Being able to follow up on designs and printed fabric
- Being able to work with computer
- Follow up special projects and developments
- Being bi-lingual is a plus
- Having knowledge about patterns and markers is a plus.

If you qualify, please send your resume

• Location: Los Angeles
• Compensation: Very competative along with benefits
• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
• Please, no phone calls about this job!
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

PostingID: 1539551552


Posted by Kris Iringan

Pacific Design Center Fabric Sales Consultant (Los Angeles)

When you join The Robert Allen Group, the nation’s leading designer and marketer of decorative fabrics and home furnishings, you join an exciting company that is known for its vision, style, creativity and commitment to quality and service. Our showroom works exclusively with interior designers, decorators and architects offering the best of fine fabrics, home furnishings and accessories.

Sales Consultant - Fabric

Provides professional and knowledgeable sales service to clients while achieving sales objectives through the implementation of account management programs. Primary assigned product category includes but is not limited to textiles and related accessories. This position is also responsible for building strong clientele base, notifying clients of new products, following through on the status of sales orders and participating in showroom events. Also maintains strong product knowledge and participates in the maintenance of the showroom’s appearance

Qualifications include a minimum of two years sales experience in a showroom or retail environment. Must have the demonstrated ability to achieve and/or exceed sales goals. Progressive negotiation and account management skills also required. Home furnishings industry experience and PC skills highly desired.

We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Life Insurance and Disability Insurance.

An equal opportunity employer.

• Location: Pacific Design Center
• Compensation: This position is compensated on an hourly basis with participation in an incentive program.
• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
• Please, no phone calls about this job!
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

PostingID: 1542047568

Posted by Kris Iringan

Gymboree Associate Textile Designer (San Francisco, CA)

The Associate Textile/ Apparel Graphic Designer will be responsible for creating whimsical, novelty prints and graphics for the Girl product line. This person will support the graphics design process and work closely with the designer, merchandise manager, and production partner for the Girl apparel line. The Associate Designer will participate in pre-concept meetings with the design team to create well balanced, saleable lines. This person will shop the market and conduct creative research for new ideas and development processes. This person will also design original prints and artwork, and contribute ideas to design partner regarding color and placement. The Associate Designer will be responsible for re-coloring existing prints and artwork as well as be responsible for making recommendations of purchased artwork. This person will be responsible for producing millsheets for textiles as well as creating colorways and repeats. This person will also be responsible for technical instructions for factories/vendors to produce fabric prints. The Associate Designer will produce the millsheets for graphics as well as the technical instructions for factories/vendors to produce artwork. This person will make changes to prints and artwork and prepare legal copyright paperwork.
Job Requirements :
Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Illustration, or related field, plus a minimum of 3-5 years experience in the childrens retail/apparel design industry. Experience with a variety of print and graphic design techniques a plus. Must have strong organizational skills with the ability to troubleshoot problems. MAC skills required, specifically photoshop, freehand or illustrator. AVL a plus (or other proprietary CAD applications). Must enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with the ability to work independently as well as with a team.

Samples of portfolio must accompany resume submission.

Principals Only. EOE No phone calls please.

The Gymboree Corporation is unable to provide relocation assistance for this position.
Posted by Kris Iringan

Los Angeles, CA- Juicy Couture (Girls' CAD Designer)

Overview:

Juicy Couture, founded in 1996, has evolved into a multimillion-dollar lifestyle brand. The power duo behind the brand – co-founders and creative directors Gela Nash-Taylor and Pamela Skaist-Levy – are constantly developing new categories and widening the Juicy Couture umbrella. Originally known for the tracksuit, Juicy Couture has expanded into women’s and girls’ ready-to-wear apparel, shoes, swimwear, timepieces, handbags, intimates aptly named Choose Sleep, sunglasses, optic eyewear, jewelry, small leather goods, beauty products and women’s fragrances. Juicy introduces a new collection called “Bird,” featuring a twist on casual luxury and is created for the girl whose personality is evidenced through her cutting edge sense of style. Juicy also offers baby gear and a wide array of doggie accessories for the savvy puppy. Additionally, Juicy signed a license agreement with Maclaren Stroller in 2008. Juicy Couture currently has 61 retail locations across the U.S. and is set to expand to 66 stand-alone retail stores in the U.S. by year-end 2009. Internationally, Juicy Couture retail locations can be found in Italy, Japan, Hong Kong, China, Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates (Dubai); in 2009, a new retail location will open in London on Bruton Street and 10 new stores will open in Asia, totaling 27 retail locations overseas and 93 retail locations worldwide.

Responsibilities:

• Works closely with Senior CAD Designer and Girls’ Design Director and handles issues of high complexity.  • Acts as a technical resource for Design team by providing in depth expert knowledge in all CAD areas.  • Responsible for creating computer generated prints, yarn dyes and embellishments for all categories of the girls’ line.  • Presents CAD ideas to design team.  • Responsible for preparing artwork packages that comply with production ready standards, providing well-defined recommendations to meet business requirements.  • Works closely with fabric R&D and product development to assess potential technical issues before the artwork is completed.  • Participates in preparation of visual displays for seasonal presentations.  • Responsible for proactively maintaining seasonal color palettes.  • Proactively identify opportunities and recommendations for increasing workflow efficiencies.  • Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Textile Design or other related field of study  • 4-6 years related experience; fashion background a plus  • In depth knowledge of U4IA CAD system/software/printers; General PC knowledge.  • General expertise of print and textile designs, repeats, color matching and creation of colorways.  • Awareness of product development from conceptualization to finished design for textiles.  • Strong organizational, time management and communication skills. Click HERE to apply online Posted by Ely Estoesta

American Apparel, Database Administrator/Developer - Los Angeles

Database Administrator/Database Developer

We are seeking a talented Database Administrator/Developer ready for an opportunity to grow in a friendly, hard-working and productive environment. You must possess a successful track record of performance, having demonstrated success in a results-oriented firm.

You must possess a strong understanding of Database Administration, Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence concepts, and the practical abilities to execute them. You must be comfortable with OLTP and OLAP environments. Finally, you must demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communications skills and be able to function at a high level as a subject-matter expert, a team member, and an individual. This job is 80% SQL development and 20% administration.

Skillset:

Strong understanding of SQL Server 2000 and 2005. Knowledge of ETL and data warehouse best practices, processes and tools Good troubleshooting skills for OLTP issues, including strong knowledge of indexing issues, stored procedures, locking and fundamental SQL server administration (database tuning, optimization, disaster recovery, installation, cluster administration, SAN) Understanding of database architecture and best practices for design Able to assist in gathering requirements for sql development and work with non-technical people Knowledge of proper security/auditing/monitoring of SQL Server Able to work with and provide technical leadership to development teams Perform code and design reviews Meet with management to ensure satisfaction with data collection, presentation and other efforts. Qualifications: 3+ years experience with SQL Server 2000/2005, DTS/SSIS, including knowledge of data warehousing, T-SQL and all SQL tools Business Objects Data Integrator/Web Intelligence experience a strong plus SQL Server Reporting Services and Analysis Services knowledge a plus Experience with public company reporting requirements a strong plus Ability to manage small projects and independently drive projects from requirements to delivery IMPORTANT: Find out who we are at www.americanapparel.net and www.americanapparelstore.com You must have all required skills You must be authorized to work in United States for any employer You must be able to attend an interview at Downtown Los Angeles facility You must be willing to work on-site at Downtown Los Angeles facility, no contractors please If this opportunity sounds exciting and you have the required skills, please complete our application, someone will contact you shortly! Posted by Ashley Eslick

San Leandro, CA - The North Face (Materials Analyst)

Materials Analyst Description

As a member of the Materials team, the Materials Analyst will be responsible for researching, development, and commercialization within a focused area of textile materials. You will be working with Materials Coordinators and RD&D teams, to collaborate and execute on seasonal developments that bring new and innovative materials and constructions, identifying and developing new technologies in fibers, constructions, finishes, and sustainable practices for your given focus area. Specific areas of focus can include: Waterproof breathable, fleece and soft shells, technical knits, natural fibers, sustainable materials, and technical wovens. Some of your primary duties include:

· Researching and developing short to medium term textiles; both seasonal and annual developments using innovative materials, fibers, constructions, finishes, and processes.

· Commercializing seasonal materials based on RD&D Product Team performance and business needs on a timely calendar.

· Developing technical material standards and ranges of acceptable performance including specific product usage guidelines.

· Working closely with mills to understand specific capabilities and limitations to various fibers, finishes, and constructions to innovate on new materials.

· Determining and presenting trends in innovation, new materials, functionality, manufacturing, and relevant industries.

· Inspiration from other industries, trade shows, technical and trend publications, competitive products and manufacturing expertise.

· Providing direction and strategy to Product Teams on material technology, trends and competitive set.

· Collaborating on innovations with Material Coordinators, Laboratory, Advanced Products, and Product Design.

· Communicating concepts and technical details internally with Product Management, Design, Development, Materials, and Laboratory.

· Communicating effectively with Mills, Suppliers, Factories, and VF Sourcing offices globally. Presenting seasonal trend analysis to internal teams.

Requirements
We are looking for an individual with a BA/BS Degree in Design (Apparel), Textile Science, Engineering, or related fields, a minimum of 7+ years apparel or textile experience plus 5 years minimum in related research or technical development are required. Knowledge of fiber and yarns, textile construction, dying and finishing, textile testing and evaluation and apparel manufacturing techniques, familiarity with material sourcing (lead times, minimums, capacity), product design/development, computer drafting, and research techniques, ability to manage projects from concept to commercialization and be accountable for the direction and execution. Knowledge of computer skills including MS Office, Adobe Illustrator, and Data management systems are necessary.

Click HERE for link to apply

Posted by Ely Estoesta