Technical Designer - DOUBL Manufacture (PVT) Ltd - Canada
(2024-01)
- Led pattern development, garment production coordination, and fabric & trim sourcing using Gerber, Lectra, and CLO 3D software
- Researched and developed new garment designs and innovative fabric technologies
- Managed fabric and trim development and supplier selection
- Coordinated shipping and logistics operations
- Conducted customer cataloging using Size Stream
- Performed fit evaluations using CLO 3D and led fit review meetings
- Identified suppliers and manufacturing plants
- Managed monthly budgets and inventory planning
- Released customer patterns, planned production, and prepared operation breakdowns
- Supervised machine setup, thread quality, final garment inspection, packing, and shipment
Part-Time – Brand Development - Self-Employed - Sri Lanka
(2023-01)
- Developed and managed apparel brands, handling fabric sourcing, manufacturing, and shipping
- Produced garments based on brand designs for international clients
- Worked with global customers including: Maison Sunney (Australia) – Kidswear, Sloria (France) – Outerwear
Senior Pattern Technologist - Brandix Apparel Solutions Ltd - Biyagama, Sri Lanka
(2022-01 - 2024-12)
- Managed Puma as the main customer; handled RTD approvals, PLM uploads, and PP meeting handovers
- Worked with international brands including Puma (Activewear), Andie (Swimwear), Woxer, and Mize
- Specialized in molded bras, bonded bras, and briefs
- Led advanced pattern development, fit accuracy, and technical execution for complex lingerie styles
Garment Technologist - Crystal Martin Ceylon (Pvt) Ltd - Wathupitiwala, Sri Lanka
(2020-01 - 2022-12)
- Managed George and Zara as main customers; handled RTD approvals, PLM uploads, and PP meeting handovers
- Reviewed garment construction, fabrics, and trims with US garment technologists and designers
- Approved final design samples and RTD documentation
- Conducted pattern making and grading using Lectra and manual methods
- Performed fit evaluations and corrections
- Followed T&A from design concept to bulk production
- Developed SMV-optimized and cost-effective garment solutions
- Resolved technical, cutting, and quality challenges with production teams
- Created detailed operation breakdowns for manufacturing
Pattern Technologist - Brandix Apparel Solutions Ltd - Biyagama, Sri Lanka
(2016-01 - 2020-12)
- Managed LBI as the main customer; handled RTD approvals, PLM uploads, and PP meeting handovers
- Worked with PUAM, Woxer, and Amazon customers, specializing in bras and briefs
- Performed pattern making and grading manually and using Gerber
- Conducted fit evaluations and implemented pattern corrections
- Followed T&A from concept development to bulk production
- Identified optimal solutions for SMV improvement and garment costing
- Resolved technical, cutting, and quality issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Coordinated with buying teams to release patterns for production
Executive - NC Fashion (PVT) Ltd - Nawagamuwa, Sri Lanka
(2013-01 - 2015-12)
- Analyzed garment manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and productivity
- Conducted time and motion studies for sewing, cutting, and finishing operations
- Prepared operation breakdowns (OB), SMV calculations, and performed line balancing
- Monitored workflow and identified production bottlenecks
- Supported sewing line layout planning and workstation optimization
- Assisted in setting production targets and efficiency standards
- Coordinated with production, quality, and technical teams
- Improved labor utilization and reduced material wastage
- Maintained work study reports and production performance data
- Supported continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives
