Temporary Technical Designer - Socks

Job Description

Company Overview

Founded in 1968, GoldBug is one of the largest branded suppliers of infant and children’s products in the U.S. Our products focus on quality, safety, and style to make life a little easier and a lot more fun for families.

Even as an established company, innovation is at our core. We launched our debut bootie in 1968 and patented the first infant head support in 1979, which led us to today’s extensive line of baby shoes, socks, accessories, and travel staples.

Retail partnerships with Walmart, Target, Kohl’s, and Amazon make it easy for parents to find GoldBug products in stores and online. Much of our momentum is due to work behind the scenes through licensing and private-label partnerships, which started with Carter’s 30 years ago. As a trusted brand partner, we also create products for Fruit of the Loom, OshKosh B'gosh, Cat & Jack, Cloud Island, Wonder Nation, Jumping Beans, and formerly Eddie Bauer and Disney.

GoldBug is a privately held, woman-owned company based in Denver, Colorado. Our hybrid office environment is collaborative while providing team members with ownership and autonomy, making for fun and fulfilling work. Our supportive workplace environment puts GoldBug’s families first—from providing doula stipends to offering Summer Fridays—to maximize quality time with loved ones.

GoldBug’s commitment to families goes beyond baby products or workplace perks as a staunch advocate for maternal health. Most notably, our Healthy Beginnings Program provides financial support to Colorado’s expecting mothers in need. GoldBug is also a proud sponsor of March of Dimes’ It Starts With Mom program and has joined forces with 7-time Olympic gold medalist Allyson Felix, raising awareness for improving maternal health outcomes in the U.S.

Job Summary

This 3-month project will involve detailed reviews of new and existing sock programs to evaluate garments for technical specifications, consistent fit, and proper construction and finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Create spec comparison charts across brands so teams have a detailed overview of sizing differences and alignments.
• Make recommendations for updating master specs and BOMs.
• Ensure all data packs adhere to established fit and construction standards with accurate specification packages including sketch details, base size specifications, grade measurements, and construction.
• Make recommendations for rewrites or edits to improve readability of the tech packs.
• Review top competitors specs and compare them to current assortments.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Apparel Design, Product Development or related field.
• Minimum 5 years technical design experience in socks, kids/baby would be highly preferred.
• Must possess a strong understanding of knitting construction, fit standards, grading, and specification packages.
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately with Product Development team.
• Computer proficiency: Centric PLM experience required, Microsoft Office, Adobe Illustrator.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with a sense of priority for project deadlines and attention to detail.

Additional Details

• Equal Opportunity Employer: Goldbug is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.