Garment Technician

Workdays: Monday–Thursday

Language: Fluent English (spoken & written)

minimalisma is a Scandinavian brand based in Zürich, designing timeless, premium essentials in natural materials for children and women. We are looking for a hands-on Garment Technician/Product Developer, who can turn design ideas into perfectly fitting, production-ready styles.

We can offer you an interesting and challenging job in a small international company with a flat hierarchy and a pleasant working environment in 8045 Zürich.

Areas of responsibility:

Technical development of product designs (design sketches, production documents, technical drawings, measurement charts including gradings) – Illustrator and Excel

Quality control from development through production to incoming goods

Create and maintain tech packs/BOMs, ensuring all technical documentation is up to date

Lead fit sessions (on model and mannequin) and write clear fit reports with actionable comments

Manage direct, international supplier communication; follow up on samples, timelines and approvals

Review and approve construction, trims and accessories; check lab dips/colour standards

Analyze construction issues and optimize patterns for quality, comfort and efficient production

Collaborate closely with Design and the Sales Manager to hit quality, cost and delivery targets

Manage models for fitting and photoshoots

What you bring

Degree/apprenticeship in Pattern Making / Garment Technology / Design or equivalent

Several years' experience in product development or garment tech—ideally with kids' and/or womenswear

Experience with knitwear and jersey fabrics (must-have)

Strong skills in product development, fit and grading

Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator (must-have) and solid MS Excel skills; Photoshop experience is a plus.Top of Form

Confident communicator with factories; structured, proactive and solution-oriented

Fluent English in speech and writing (our working language). German is a plus but not a must

What we offer

An impactful role in a small, friendly team with short decision paths

A product you can be proud of: high-quality, long-lasting essentials in natural fibers

80% workload, Monday–Thursday, on-site in 8045 Zürich

Flexible working hours and employee discount

Opportunity to bring in and realize your own ideas

Start date: as soon as possible (we are happy to wait for the right person)

How to apply

Send your application in English—CV, short cover letter, salary expectation, and (if available) a brief portfolio of tech packs or work samples to Maja Akraberg Siller.