Senior Garment Technician & Pattern Making (Retail)

Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia is recruiting on behalf of a Reputable Fashion Company for the role of Senior Garment Technician & Pattern Making to be based in Bali, Indonesia

Job Description :

Technical Development & Garment Construction

• Manage end-to-end sample development from initial sketches and concepts through final production-ready samples.
• Develop and review patterns with a strong understanding of garment construction, fit, drape, and functionality.
• Analyze fitting feedback and translate comments into clear technical adjustments and production solutions.
• Lead fitting sessions by evaluating measurements, identifying construction issues, and recommending improvements.
• Apply strong technical knowledge across various garment categories, including woven, jersey, activewear, knitwear, and intimate apparel.
• Understand fabric behavior, including stretch, recovery, shrinkage, finishing, stitch structure, and performance characteristics.
• Coordinate fabric testing processes, including shrinkage, stretch recovery, colorfastness, and durability testing to ensure production quality.

• Create and modify digital patterns based on design concepts, technical requirements, and production needs.
• Apply knowledge of fit, ease, movement, and body proportions to achieve consistent garment performance.
• Review and improve grading accuracy across size ranges based on fitting feedback and production requirements.
• Optimize patterns to improve fit consistency, efficiency, and manufacturability.

• Prepare, maintain, and update technical documentation, including tech packs, specification sheets, bills of materials (BOM), fitting comments, and revision records.
• Ensure all technical information is accurate, complete, and clearly communicated to manufacturing partners.
• Communicate technical adjustments, corrections, and production requirements effectively with suppliers and factories.

• Monitor sample development progress throughout all stages, ensuring timelines and revisions are properly managed.
• Collaborate with manufacturers to resolve technical challenges while considering production capabilities, minimum order quantities (MOQ), construction complexity, and cost implications.
• Support fabric consumption calculations and provide technical input for costing discussions.
• Prepare samples and technical materials for fittings, reviews, and production handover.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior technical team members.
• Support continuous improvement of technical development processes and standards.
• Manage multiple development projects across different product categories while maintaining quality and timelines.
• Serve as a technical resource for design, product development, and production teams.

• Maintain detailed development records, including fitting photos, revision histories, sample progress, and technical updates.
• Ensure development trackers and documentation systems remain accurate and up to date.
• Provide clear progress reporting and communicate risks or delays proactively.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a technically skilled and highly organized professional with a passion for creating well-crafted, high-quality garments.

• Strong attention to detail with excellent understanding of garment fit, measurements, and construction.
• Advanced technical expertise in pattern making and garment development across multiple categories.
• Analytical approach to evaluating fit issues, grading, and product improvements.
• Strong process management skills with the ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communicator who can collaborate with designers, suppliers, and manufacturing partners.
• Quality-focused mindset with a strong commitment to product excellence and durability.
• Understanding and appreciation of sustainable product development practices and responsible manufacturing processes.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in garment technical development, pattern making, and product development.
• Advanced knowledge of garment construction, fitting processes, and manufacturing techniques.
• Strong expertise in pattern making across woven, jersey, knitwear, activewear, and intimate apparel categories.
• Deep understanding of grading principles, measurements, and size consistency improvement.
• Ability to independently create and manage technical packs and product specifications.
• Proficiency in CLO 3D, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop.
• Strong proficiency in Google Sheets and/or Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of sustainable materials, responsible manufacturing processes, certifications, recycled fibers, and low-impact production methods.
• Strong understanding of garment costing, fabric consumption, and production feasibility.
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior technical development team members.
• Strong communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia.