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I’m Nilika Marasinghe, an Assistant Manager in garment technology with strong expertise in pattern development, fit and sample approvals, and technical pack execution. I enjoy bridging design and production—reviewing tech packs, supporting prototypes through validation, and ensuring construction logic, grading rules, and BOMs align with brand requirements.
Across my career, I’ve worked with global clients and factories to improve quality, compliance, and garment performance standards, including fabric and trim compatibility and required testing for aspects like colour fastness and seam strength. From circular knit programming to 2D/3D pattern work and NPD trials, I take pride in turning product concepts into accurate, production-ready technical solutions.
Experience Level
Expert
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Intermediate
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Beginner
Beginner
Language
English
Advanced
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Advanced
Work Experience
Assistant Manager - Garment Tech at Brandix Apparel Solutions
March 1, 2025 - PresentReviewed and interpreted brand-supplied tech packs; collaborated with design teams to address technical gaps and construction logic. Led fit sessions with live models and mannequins, evaluated prototypes/SMS feedback, and supported fit and sample approvals. Worked with pattern makers to ensure construction accuracy and brand-specific grading rules. Ensured fabric and trim compatibility, including wash standards and performance expectations. Supported quality and compliance requirements such as stretch recovery, seam strength, and colour fastness. Acted as a technical bridge between buyers, merchandisers, and regional production units, handling technical parts from initial sample submission through product validation. Also contributed to concept design and set up BOM, size chart, SMV, and costing.
Senior Executive - Garment and Pattern Tech at MAS Active Linea in Timo
March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2025Developed and modified production-ready patterns for circular knit garments aligned with Old Navy fit blocks and brand guidelines. Performed digital patternmaking, grading, and marker planning using Tuka, Gerber AccuMark, and Optitex to improve yield. Conducted internal fit/construction analysis and collaborated with garment tech and sample room to troubleshoot fit issues against brand standards. Programmed and operated Serkon knitting machines for required gauge, structure, and yarn tension. Reviewed and approved samples and coordinated sample activities with relevant teams.
Senior Executive - R&D Pattern and Product Designer at Ansell Lanka Pvt Ltd
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023Designed new products and created 2D patterns and 3D modelling using Apex-3 for women’s, men’s, and kids’ categories. Coordinated with overseas factories on deliveries, costing, fabric printing, and production approvals; supported Apex-3 SDS software demonstrations. Prepared customer-requested patterns and 3D models to demonstrate Apex capabilities. Produced product presentations and managed project timelines/milestones via Smartsheet. Worked with designers using Illustrator sketches and colour CADs; created technical flat sketches and colour boards. Researched seasonal trends and identified new colours, fabrics, and silhouettes for conceptual development. Shared design and pattern information across worldwide teams within timeframes and supported development execution.
Executive - Pattern and Product Designer at Tajima Colombo Pvt Ltd
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020Created product concepts based on customer requirements and supported design presentations to design management, product management, merchant teams, technical design, and vendor partners. Conceptualized designs and set BOM, size charts, SMV, and costing. Supported bonding and TPR development (mold creation handling with China suppliers). Produced tech documentation and ERP setup details (consumption, costing, SMV) and managed project milestones and timelines via Smartsheet. Coordinated product testing with internal/external labs and conducted research on materials and techniques, including non-woven fabrics. Ensured products met environmental/health/safety requirements and supported sustainability improvements via recycled/sustainable materials. Coordinated raw material suppliers and testing requirements including Reach compliance and other tests, and prepared technical data, VOC sample requirements, and tech packs for sample manufacturing handoff.
Education
MBA (Leadership & Management/HR Management/Marketing Management/Managerial Finance/Managerial Accounting/Business Law/Strategic Management/Research Methodology) at University of Pacific, Nicaragua
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design & Product Development at SLITA, Ratmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma In Testing and Quality Assurance Of Textiles & Garments at SLITA, Ratmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma In Graphic Design at American Institute of Computer Technology
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma In Handloom & Textile Technology at Department of Textile
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026NVQ Level 4 Manual Pattern Making Course at Vocational Training Authority (VTA), Mawathagama
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma in Human Resource Management at Project Designing & Research Institute
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026MBA (Leadership & Management/HR Management/Marketing Management/Managerial Finance/Managerial Accounting/Business Law/Strategic Management/Research Methodology) at University of Pacific, Nicaragua
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design & Product Development at SLITA, Ratmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma In Testing and Quality Assurance Of Textiles & and garments at SLITA, Ratmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma In Graphic Design at American Institute of Computer Technology
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma In Handloom & Textile Technology at Department of Textile (Index No Tex-Ex-2015-166)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026NVQ - 4 Manual Pattern Making Course at Vocational Training Authority (VTA), Mawathagama
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma In Human Resource Management at Project Designing & Research Institute
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Shima Seiki Apex-3 Design Software (Certificate) at Japan (training completed twice)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026SDS ONE APEX-3 (New Product Designing/3D-2D Pattern Making/3D Modeling/Grading/Marker Making/Knitting/Weaving/Embroidery/Yarn spinning) at SDS ONE
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026SDS ONE P-CAM Auto Cutter (training) at SDS ONE
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026LECTRA software (Certificate course) at SLITA, Rathmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026WORK STUDY & FACTORY MANAGEMENT (Certificate course) at SLITA, Rathmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026MBA (Leadership & Management/HR Management/Marketing Management/Managerial Finance/Managerial Accounting/Business Law/Strategic Management/Research Methodology) at University of Pacific, Nicaragua
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design & Product Development at SLITA, Ratmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma in Testing and Quality Assurance of Textiles & Garments at SLITA, Ratmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma in Graphic Design at American Institute of Computer Technology
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma in Handloom & Textile Technology at Department of Textile
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026NVQ - 4 Manual Pattern Making Course at Vocational Training Authority (VTA), Mawathagama
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma in Human Resource Management at Project Designing & Research Institute
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Shima Seiki Apex-3 Design Software (Completed 2 times) at Shima Seiki (Japan)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026SDS ONE APEX-3 (New Product Designing / 3D-2D Pattern Making / 3D Modeling / Grading / Marker Making / Knitting / Weaving / Embroidery / Yarn spinning) at SDS ONE
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026SDS ONE P-CAM Auto Cutter (Fully trained) at SDS ONE
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026LECTRA Software Certificate Course at SLITA, Ratmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Certificate Course in Work Study & Factory Management at SLITA, Ratmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026MBA at University of Pacific, Nicaragua
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design & Product Development at SLITA, Ratmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma in Testing and Quality Assurance of Textiles and Garments at SLITA, Ratmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma in Graphic Design at American Institute of Computer Technology
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma in Handloom & Textile Technology at Department of Textile
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026NVQ Level 4 Manual Pattern Making Course at Vocational Training Authority (VTA), Mawathagama
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma in Human Resource Management at Project Designing & Research Institute
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026MBA - Leadership & Management/HR Management/Marketing Management/Managerial Finance/Managerial Accounting/Business Law/Strategic Management/Research Methodology at University of Pacific, Nicaragua
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design & Product Development at SLITA, Ratmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma in Testing and Quality Assurance of Textiles and Garments at SLITA, Ratmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma in Graphic Design at American Institute of Computer Technology
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma in Handloom & Textile Technology (Weaving Technology) at Department of Textile
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026NVQ Level 4 - Manual Pattern Making Course at Vocational Training Authority (VTA), Mawathagama
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Diploma in Human Resource Management at Project Designing & Research Institute
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Shima Seiki Apex-3 Design Software (completed twice) at Japan
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026LECTRA software certificate course at SLITA, Rathmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Certificate course in Work Study & Factory Management at SLITA, Ratmalana
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Qualifications
Shima Seiki Apex -3 Design Software (Completed 2 times in Japan)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026SDS ONE APEX -3 (New Product Designing/3D-2D Pattern Making/3D Modeling/Pattern Making/Grading/Marker Making/Knitting/Weaving/Embroidery/Yarn spinning)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026SDS ONE P-CAM Auto Cutter and related software (Fully trained)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Lectra software certificate course
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Certificate Course in Work Study & Factory Management
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Shima Seiki Apex-3 Design Software (SDS ONE APEX-3 and related modules)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026SDS ONE P-CAM Auto Cutter and related software
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026LECTRA software certificate course
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Certificate Course in Work Study & Factory Management
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Shima Seiki Apex-3 Design Software
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026SDS ONE APEX-3 (New Product Designing / 3D-2D Pattern Making / 3D Modeling / Grading / Marker Making / Knitting / Weaving / Embroidery / Yarn Spinning)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026SDS ONE P-CAM Auto Cutter (and related software)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Lectra Software Certificate Course (SLITA, Rathmalana)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Work Study & Factory Management (SLITA, Rathmalana)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026SDS ONE Apex-3 (New Product Designing/3D-2D Pattern Making/3D Modeling/Pattern Making/Grading/Marker Making/Knitting/Weaving/Embroidery/Yarn Spinning)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026SDS ONE P-CAM Auto Cutter (fully trained)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Education, Professional Services, Other, Retail
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