Product Development Technician Engineer

Who We Are
Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) is the parent company of Wrangler, Lee and Rock & Republic, with owned manufacturing facilities in Mexico and Nicaragua. Kontoor also owns and operates over 140 retail stores across the globe. Our global company employs more than 15,000 people in 65 countries, with world headquarters in Greensboro, North Carolina, and regional headquarters in Geneva and Hong Kong.

Job Posting
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN ENGINEER
THE MAIN OBJECTIVE OF THIS POSITION
The Product Development Technician at a Manufacturing Division, follows up closely the development of a product since the first step of the process up to the spec writing correctly, ensuring prototypes are processed with the correct finish, materials and fit. Follows up on the material testing and works with engineering to identify possible new equipment needs.

Works with PD engineer to provide estimated cost and update it as needed. Communicates product specifications and details to the Sourcing organization and Suppliers.

FUNCTION

• Responsible for a product line. Work closely on the programs developed in internal manufacturing, from the beginning of the product to the setup in our systems.
• Drive the product. Track of decision and follow up with all teams (GSO and Internal Manufacturing). Communicate the decisions agreed during development to involved teams.
• Costing. Helps with cost estimates.
• Audit Specs. Review / audit specs written by the merchandising specialist.
• Coordinate trims / fabrics for season developments. Coordinate and follow material testing, alert the Plant and engineers about new materials and possible new equipment. Request and follow material samples for plant testing.
• Request Protos. Follow protos request and assigned to the merchandising specialist.
• Balance workload. Organize PDL workload based on priorities.
• Prepare, maintain, and publish product specifications with less direct supervision and becoming actively involved with line development activities.
• Create CAD drawing and illustrations to support product specifications.
• Supports fabric and trim development, communicates product data to business partners as needed.
• Performs miscellaneous product development and/or administrative duties as directed.

Requirements

• Bachelor on Engineering or associate degree.
• Languages: 100% English (oral & written).
• Manufacturing/apparel construction experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Illustrator, SAP.
• Merchandising or technical services experience preferred.

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
• Proactive problem solving, high initiative.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Interested candidates must submit an updated resumé detailing experience, roles, and major accomplishments before February 16, 2025

Why Kontoor Brands?
At Kontoor, we offer a comprehensive benefit package to fit your lifestyle. Our benefits are crafted with the same care as our products.

When our employees are healthy, secure, and well, they bring their best selves to work. Kontoor Brands supports you with a competitive benefits program that provides choice and flexibility to meet your and your family's needs – now and in the future. We offer resources to support your physical, emotional, social, and financial wellbeing, plus benefits like discounts on our apparel. Kontoor Brands also provides four weeks of Paid Parental Leave to eligible employees who are new parents, Flexible Fridays, and Tuition Reimbursement.

We are proud to offer a workplace culture centered on equitable opportunities and a sense of belonging for all team members. Here we have a global workforce of high-performing teams that both unlocks our individual uniqueness and harnesses our collaborative talents.