Patternmaker apparel

The Patternmaker is part of the Product Development & Design Team uses advanced pattern making skills and expertise in knit apparel. Patternmaker executes the daily tasks of fit, garment creation, pattern drafting, draping, digitizing, preparing blocks, grading patterns, creating production patterns, measurement specifications, and trains junior staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.

• Works directly with Senior Leader of Product Design & Development to anticipate and troubleshoot design challenges.
• Suggests design and construction changes that would increase productivity, improve costing, and maximize production capabilities.
• Execute pattern changes related to fit, styling, and construction using Gerber PDS computer program, and/or pattern drafting, draping and digitizing.
• Creates stock patterns according to company specifications, which is a continuous process as updates are required.
• Completes Pattern Worksheets, Body Specs, and Technical Design Specification and Details.
• Grade patterns with the use of Gerber PDS computer system and analyze graded nest to make necessary
• adjustments to maintain fit and design integrity.
• Communicates with Sample Makers in written/or-spoken instructions. Incorporates suggestions of Sample Maker for construction and pattern adjustments where they are appropriate.
• Interacts with Marker Making as related to new product and current product line pattern change requests.
• Acts as a resource for Customer Relations inquiries.
  • Works to resolves customer returns, including fit and construction issues.
  • Creates custom orders as requested. Plus sizes are graded as part of the custom orders.
• Evaluates fit models using measurement specs and body type review.
• Attend development meetings and oversee fit session protocol.
• Assists with Photo Shoots as needed and special Photo Shoot requests.
• Available to work extended hours and weekends when necessary.
• Works with given time frame to achieve team goals.
• Train and guide junior patternmakers.
• Performs tasks as needed outside of pattern making duties.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS FOR SUCCESS

• Accomplished Gerber PDS computer program competency.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, construction, and fabric properties as related to fit and pattern requirements.
• Trained eye for design proportion, balance, grade, and aesthetic detail.
• Skilled in Flat Pattern, Draping, Fitting, and knowledge of Fabric Properties.
• Experience in grading patterns, adjusting and/or writing grade rules to maintain the integrity of fit and proportion.
• Shows accountability and ownership of assigned product.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
• Drive for continuous learning and innovative approach.
• Strong bias for action and decision-making.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Maintains and advances skills through continuing education courses in pattern making and computer related competencies.
• 3D Software Patternmaking knowledge is a plus.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Degree in Apparel Manufacturing with pattern making and grading courses or equivalent, plus a minimum of five years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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