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Workwear

Patternmaker

Nashville, TN

Workwear Outfitters is also the exclusive licensee for Dickies apparel in the B2B channel. Our ... This position is responsible for the development and maintenance of patterns. Transforms ...

Career Group

Patternmaker - Intimates

Chatsworth, CA · On-site

$32 - $38/hr

Create women's apparel production patterns using Lectra software for: underwear, dresses, tops and ... You can use WorkGrades to collect and manage your references for free and share them with us or ...

Emerging Blue Jobs

Patternmaker

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$75/hr

Create women's apparel production patterns using Lectra software for: underwear, dresses, tops and pants. Bra experience is a must. * Interpret sketches from designer by both draping and computer ...

Solomon Page

Patternmaker - Girls

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$70/hr

Maintain pattern library and ensure consistent grading across size ranges. Required Qualifications: * 3-5 years of experience in patternmaking, ideally in children's apparel. * Understanding of ...

Clare V.

Senior Technical Designer, Apparel

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

The Senior Technical Designer, Apparel serves as the technical expert across all apparel categories ... managing fit and pattern integrity, establishing construction standards, and driving technical ...

Clare V

Senior Technical Designer, Apparel

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

The Senior Technical Designer, Apparel serves as the technical expert across all apparel categories ... managing fit and pattern integrity, establishing construction standards, and driving technical ...

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What is the difference between Manager Apparel Pattern Maker vs Pattern Maker?

AspectManager Apparel Pattern MakerPattern Maker
CredentialsExperience in pattern design, technical skills, leadership abilitiesTechnical pattern drafting skills, sewing knowledge, certifications may vary
Work EnvironmentOversees design teams, collaborates with production, manages projectsFocuses on creating patterns, fitting, and technical specifications
Industry UsageUsed in apparel companies, fashion houses, manufacturingFound in similar settings, often reporting to managers

The Manager Apparel Pattern Maker oversees pattern design teams and manages production workflows, requiring leadership and technical expertise. In contrast, the Pattern Maker primarily focuses on creating and adjusting patterns. While both roles require pattern drafting skills, the manager role involves supervision and project management, making it suitable for those with experience in both pattern creation and team leadership.

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Patternmaker

Workwear

Nashville, TN

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Workwear Outfitters has a strong legacy of building innovative and authentic market-right products and is a leading supplier of work apparel and footwear for diverse occupations in industries such as automotive, manufacturing, oil and gas, utilities, government, food services, telecommunications, hospitality, and many more. Workwear Outfitters is based in Nashville, Tennessee with over $800 million in sales and we employ more than 5,800 people in facilities spanning the globe.

Brands under the Workwear Outfitters umbrella include Red Kap, Bulwark, Image Authority, Kodiak, Terra, Liberty , Work Authority, Workrite Fire Service, Chef Designs, and Horace Small. Workwear Outfitters is also the exclusive licensee for Dickies apparel in the B2B channel.

Our Purpose: "We champion and empower workers who make our world work better"

Major benefits include medical, vision and dental, Life and Disability coverage.

Other benefits included: 401K, Tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, and many others.

What You Will Do as a Patternmaker: This position is responsible for the development and maintenance of patterns. Transforms merchandising ideas and product concepts into working patterns that achieve the desired fit and appearance at the minimum cost in materials and labor. This includes the supervision of prototype assembly, writing dimension specifications, and the monitoring of finished production for compliance to specifications. This position is responsible for clear and concise communications with internal departments and outside contractors.

How You Will Make a Difference:

  • Develops cost effective patterns that satisfy customer's needs.
  • Monitors the prototype process to ensure quality and timelines are met. Foreses issues and provides solutions.
  • Maintains productive communication with required areas to ensure customer requirements are met.
  • Interprets designer's intent and provides error free production patterns, dimension specifications, style definitions, and marking rules.
  • Analyzes and drives pattern data transitions across the patterns team.
  • Owns the continuity and relevance of pattern data across the department during process changes. Creates the project plan. Understands the data relations and impact of change for the department.
  • Champions process improvements with process managers & partners through implementation and validation of upgrades (operational decision making) including improvements to workflow through all department systems and programs.
  • Coaches/counsels/trains peers and oversees WWOF strategic product development projects (empowering and facilitating change).

Skills for Success:

  • Years of Related Professional Experience: 3+
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Pattern design and pattern grading experience
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal, written)
  • Creative problem-solving skills
  • Must be able to handle issues cross-functionally
  • Experienced knowledge of pattern design
  • Experienced knowledge of pattern grading concepts
  • Superior CAD skills used in pattern making, grading, style definition, and marker making
  • Relocation assistance available

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