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Gonechanoch Thongjam

Gardena,CA

Summary

Accomplished Technical Designer and Patternmaker with a proven track record at Velvetech, enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative design modifications and creative patterning solutions. Expert in CAD Software and demonstrating exceptional teamwork, I've significantly improved project efficiency and product quality. Skilled in fostering professional development and ensuring fit consistency across brands.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Designer

N R SUCCESS INC
01.2009 - 02.2024
  • Prepared specifications for prototypes and communicated with suppliers about fabrics.
  • Participated in client meetings to gather feedback on proposed designs, making adjustments as needed based on their input.
  • Championed adherence to safety standards throughout the design process, prioritizing user experience while maintaining regulatory compliance.
  • Mentored junior designers, providing guidance on best practices and fostering professional development within the team.
  • Worked closely with designers, production staff and merchandising team members.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing key pain points in existing products through targeted design modifications.

Technical Designer

Sweet T
05.2007 - 10.2008
  • Worked closely with designers, production staff and merchandising team members.
  • Maintained fit consistency across all brand items.
  • Attended fittings, documented comments for changes and sent final corrections to vendors.
  • Created basic blocks patterns and associated specs.
  • Increased project efficiency with thorough planning and organization, leading to timely completion of multiple projects simultaneously.

Patternmaker

Velvetech
09.2006 - 03.2007
  • Assisted in the training of new Patternmakers, sharing expertise to ensure consistent quality throughout the team.
  • Positioned and cut out master or sample patterns with scissors and or knives.
  • Draped designs according to designer sketches.
  • Traced outlines of paper onto cardboard patterns to cut patterns into parts to create templates.
  • Supported quality control efforts by conducting thorough evaluations of final garments in comparison to original designs.
  • Resolved complex fit challenges with creative patterning solutions, resulting in improved customer satisfaction rates.
  • Improved communication between departments by providing clear documentation of pattern alterations and updates.
  • Marked samples and finished patterns with information such as garment size, section, style, identification and sewing instructions.

Patternmaker

6 Degrees
02.2006 - 09.2006
  • Assisted in the training of new Patternmakers, sharing expertise to ensure consistent quality throughout the team.
  • Traced outlines of paper onto cardboard patterns to cut patterns into parts to create templates.
  • Used [Software] to create one-of-a-kind patterns for dresses and suits.
  • Fit garments on live models to approve fit and production.
  • Served as a liaison between design, production, and technical teams to address any discrepancies or concerns regarding patterns or fit issues.

Education

Pattern Computer

California Design College
Los Angeles, United States
02.2004

Skills

  • Measuring skills
  • Supplier Communication
  • Design thinking
  • Simulation Tools
  • CAD Software
  • Fitting assessments
  • Pattern Making
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Garment construction
  • Written Communication

Timeline

Technical Designer

N R SUCCESS INC
01.2009 - 02.2024

Technical Designer

Sweet T
05.2007 - 10.2008

Patternmaker

Velvetech
09.2006 - 03.2007

Patternmaker

6 Degrees
02.2006 - 09.2006

Pattern Computer

California Design College

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