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KOHLS

Technical Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $153K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Manufacturing or a related field of expertise ... 153,100.00 Kohl's offers a variety of benefits to associates depending on full-time/part-time ...

Kohl's

Technical Designer

New York, NY · On-site

$90K - $153K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Manufacturing or a related field of expertise ... 153,100.00 Kohl's offers a variety of benefits to associates depending on full-time/part-time ...

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Do workers at Kohl's get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
75% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 142 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Does Kohl's pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
70% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 152 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

At Kohl's, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
51% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 95 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Are part-time workers able to get health insurance from Kohl's?

Only some people who work part-time can get health insurance.
61% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insurance
Based on data from 173 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2025.

Do part-time workers get paid time off at Kohl's?

Most people who work part-time don’t get paid time off.
77% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Is the health insurance from Kohl's affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
85% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 74 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Kohl's?

Some people get paid time off from work.
34% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 161 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 34% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 51% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 5% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 10% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 136 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Do workers at Kohl's worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
53% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 136 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Do Kohl's workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
55% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 123 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

How easy is it for Kohl's workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
37% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 98 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Kohl's?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
74% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 129 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Do Kohl's managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
74% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 127 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Do jobs at Kohl's spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
15% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 124 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Kohl's?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
67% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 144 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Is a Kohl's job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
86% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 133 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is working at Kohl's good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
71% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 107 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at Kohl's feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
72% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 143 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Do people at Kohl's get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
73% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 156 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Kohl's?

Most people feel stressed out here.
75% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 155 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Do people at Kohl's enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
36% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 129 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Do people at Kohl's recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
61% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 166 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Kohl's?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
50% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 155 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Kohl's?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 46% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 152 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Do people think Kohl's’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
84% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 147 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Kohl's is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
57% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 146 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

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Technical Designer

KOHLS

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$90K - $153K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Kohl's rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 1,464 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 21 rated department stores

Job description

About the Role

As Technical Designer, you will execute technical product specifications for multiple complex programs within Kohl’s Proprietary Brands.

 

What You’ll Do

  • Develop accurate technical specifications aligning with Kohl’s brand ID, minimum construction standards, tolerances and grading requirements

  • Collaborate with Product Integrity to ensure products meet performance testing protocols and requirements

  • Conduct benchmarking and remain current on market trends and competition, providing recommendations based on insights

  • Apply industry knowledge to resolve fit and production issues, fostering supplier and peer relationships

  • Demonstrate proficiency in grading and consistency management, aligning with Technical Design Leadership and suppliers to implement changes

  • Prepare for the Seasonal Sample Fit Benchmark by reviewing samples and presenting hypotheses for product improvements

  • Guide new hires on Kohl’s processes and procedures

  • Communicate technical specifications and collaborate with Vendors via PLM during product development

  • Communicate sample corrections clearly to Vendors through written summaries, sketches and photos

  • Support vendor onboarding and Certified Technical Designer training

  • Additional tasks may be assigned

 

What Skills You Have

Required

  • 5+ years of experience in Technical Design, Fashion Design, Pattern Making, Manufacturing or related industries

  • Experience with Browzwear and other 3D design technologies to create accurate virtual samples, conduct fit analysis, and reduce physical sampling throughout the product development process.

  • Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational skills

  • Effective verbal and written communication abilities

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Manufacturing or a related field of expertise

 

Preferred

  •  Experience using PLM and Adobe Illustrator or similar specification packages and sketching programs

  • Knowledge of textiles, construction and pattern-making/grading

This role is based at our New York Design Office. You’ll work onsite from Monday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.


Pay Range: $90,600.00 - $153,100.00

Kohl’s offers a variety of benefits to associates depending on full-time/part-time status and work hours, including: WORK LIFE BALANCE (PTO, Vacation Buy Program, Parental Leave), HEALTH & WELLNESS (Medical, Dental, Vision and other short and long term disability programs, Emergency health and wellness programs such as Accident Protection Plans, Critical Illness Plans and more), SAVINGS & RETIREMENT BENEFITS (401k, Flexible Spending Accounts and associate discount programs with Kohl’s partners), INSURANCE PROGRAMS (Life Insurance for you, your family or your pet, as well as other protection programs), and LIFE EVENTS (Legal and adoption assistance benefits).  

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