Textile / Color Developer in Beaverton, Oregon - #66388 | VanderHouwen

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Job Id: 66388

Textile / Color Developer
Our client is looking for a detail oriented multi-tasker with effective communication skills and a basic knowledge of textiles and data management. You will be an important member of our palette management and development team who will support manage and consolidate apparel palette and manage effectiveness within material studio. You will gain knowledge of apparel material development, product creation and data analysis. You have a passionate drive to improve system and process, to collaborate with others and positively impact the teams you work with!

This position is onsite in Beaverton, OR.

Textile / Color Developer Responsibilities 
You will be the main point of contact to advise on material test methods and drive integrity of test data and accuracy of the information in our PCX system. This individual will communicate with domestic and international partners to order materials, problem solve material testing issues and ensure each development stays on track to meet deadlines. You will pull materials and manage material samples within library to support consolidation project. You will pull material data and perform data analysis to understand palette usage and identify opportunity for consolidation.
You will need to work effectively within the materials team to ensure optimal palette development and management to drive efficiency.

Textile / Color Developer Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Apparel, Textiles or relevant combination of education and experience.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Effective organization skills to manage physical palette material and data files.
• Understanding of the application of color on materials.
• Knowledge of apparel and material construction, including garment construction.
• Effective organization and multi-tasking skills.
• Effective information seeking-skills and a drive to make things happen.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse group.
• Ability to network and apply internal and external resources.
• Self-starter attitude and the ability to be a great teammate within a fast paced team.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and Adobe Illustrator.
• 5-10% travel required.
• Knowledge of product creation process and the apparel business.
• Ability to clearly articulate goals and objectives.
• Strong Excel & data entry skills preferred.
• Organizational skills a huge plus.

Salary: $20-$26/hr. (DOE)
 

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Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible VanderHouwen contractors and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.

About VanderHouwen 
VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen has been successfully placing experienced professionals throughout the Pacific Northwest and nationwide. Our recruitment teams are highly specialized in either Technology and IT, Engineering, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Our recruiters value building meaningful, professional relationships with each candidate as well as developing honed knowledge of companies' staffing needs and workplaces. Partner with us to land your next exciting career.

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