Apparel Pattern Maker

Job Description The OpportunityWe're expanding and as our business grows and our product range broadens, we've found it necessary to make significant investments in our organization. Similarly, we're investing in our people and are looking for someone who's personally supportive of our customers and equally driven to deliver exceptional products for our market. We're seeking a highly skilled apparel Pattern Maker, already experienced in 3D design or ready and excited to learn. Have a minimum of 3-5 years commercial experience as a full-time pattern maker, with solid skills in first pattern development, fit and posture adjustments, and grading and altering rules. Technical apparel experience is ideal. We're on the Gerber and Browzwear platforms, but will consider other experience for the right person. Unlike almost all commercial apparel companies, both our design office and our factory are here in Brooklyn, and our Pattern Makers work hands-on and in great detail with the manufacturing team and the production floor. This is a full-time, in-office position within the design department that reports directly to the Director of Product Development. Excellent opportunities for professional growth and advancement. The Pattern Maker is responsible for:Developing patterns from initial concept through production, working closely with designers, other Pattern Makers, technical designers, and sample makersCreating and maintaining patterns in Gerber AccuMark with a high level of accuracy3D pattern development, fit visualization and adjustment in VStitcher, including creating presentation materialsExecuting pattern revisions based on fittings, prototype reviews, wash tests, and team feedbackPreparing and maintaining pattern documentation, including fit and construction notes and revision historiesGrading, altering, and size range development in collaboration with the Senior Pattern MakerCollaborating in fittings, evaluating balance and proportion, and overall fit on the bodyProviding guidance to, and receiving feedback from, sample shop staff on pattern quality and optimizationOccasional sewing and assembling samples and mockups to validate pattern intent and constructionIdentifying and troubleshooting pattern and construction issues, including as defined in tech packs and sketchesRefining patterns for productionCreating markers for cutting and estimating fabric utilizationMaintaining organization of pattern and sample libraries Job Requirements:3-5+ years of experience in commercial patternmakingProficiency in Gerber AccuMark (preferred)Advanced 3D design skills in VStitcher or CLO3D, or basic knowledge and a strong desire to learnAbility to work in Adobe Illustrator and MS 365 apps (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Solid understanding of garment construction, fit, and the human formAbility to bring the highest level of accuracy and attention to detail and organization to all tasks and documentationAbility to take direction and iterate quicklyRelevant degree, or equivalent hands-on experienceHands-on experience in sewing, sample making and garment constructionStrong written and verbal communication skills, and a collaborative work styleAdept at time management, and ability to prioritize, plan and meet deadlines Additional Valuable Skills:Experience with technical apparelProduction marker making experienceExperience working in PLM systemsWorking fluency in MandarinExperience working in a task management platform such as Asana, Monday or ClickUpCompany DescriptionThe CompanyCrye Precision has been designing and manufacturing apparel and equipment for America's fighting forces as well as domestic and international law enforcement groups for over 20 years. We work hard to provide smart, high-performance, long-wearing gear for people who demand the best. We design, engineer, and manufacture all of our products here in the USA and have assembled a great team of over 200 dedicated individuals at our headquarters in the historic Brooklyn Navy Yard to fulfill that mission.Company DescriptionThe Company\r\nCrye Precision has been designing and manufacturing apparel and equipment for America's fighting forces as well as domestic and international law enforcement groups for over 20 years. We work hard to provide smart, high-performance, long-wearing gear for people who demand the best. We design, engineer, and manufacture all of our products here in the USA and have assembled a great team of over 200 dedicated individuals at our headquarters in the historic Brooklyn Navy Yard to fulfill that mission.