CAD – Pattern Designer
Position Summary
Produce upholstery patterns for new designs and support updates/adjustments to current designs. This individual will be responsible for collecting data, including costs and specifications of patterns. This will include creating patterns for fabric, vinyl, and leather.
Essential Functions
• Interpret line drawings to set frame requirements to meet design specifications. • Extract data from Morgan MD Pattern Design and Lectra Formaris Furniture models to design fabric pattern components. • Interact with all members of the development team to create prototype models of new furniture. • Meet design deadlines. • Accurately interpret the designer's shape and contour details from 2-dimensional drawings and • create cover patterns to meet the design criteria. • Create prototype pattern shapes for all materials and verify that the components. • Meet design specifications. • Analyze and troubleshoot design and manufacturing issues. • Work successfully in a team environment. • Work closely with Cutting Department to ensure harmony and transparency within teams
Minimum Requirements
• High school diploma/GED. Associate/Bachelor’s degree preferred. • 5 years of upholstery pattern making experience is highly desired. Must understand upholstery manufacturing processes. Must be able to multitask and react quickly to business needs • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Proven work experience as a Drafter or similar role • Experience with Morgan MD Pattern Design and Lectra Formaris Furniture is preferred • Ability to meet deadlines • Must be detail-oriented • Artistic and design skills a plus • 2-5 years’ experience designing patterns for upholstered furniture • Strong graphic design capabilities and design eye • Strong attention to detail • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative work environment
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Design Foundry - CAD – Pattern Designer
DESIGN FOUNDRY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. DESIGN FOUNDRY DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE IN THE EMPLOYMENT ON ACCOUNT OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, CITIZENSHIP STATUS, ANCESTRY, AGE, SEX (INCLUDING SEXUAL HARRASMENT), SEXUAL ORIENTATION, MARITAL STATUS, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY, MILITARY STATUS OR UNFAVORABLE DISCHARGE FROM MILITARY SERVICE.
