Furniture Pattern Maker: From Prototypes to Production

Colonial Group; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

FSA/HSA available

Dental and Vision

401(k) Plan

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid vacation

Holidays

AFLAC

Critical Care Insurance

Hospital Insurance

On-site clinic

Free mental health counseling

Job summary

Colonial Group in Newton, NC seeks a seasoned Furniture Product Development Pattern Maker to bridge design and manufacturing. You will develop patterns, patterns for fabric and leather, and digitize for production. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure samples become production-ready.

You will refine patterns for durability and cost-effectiveness and train teams on new styles heading to production. Experience in upholstery and CAD is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous pattern-making experience in furniture manufacturing.
• Proficiency in CAD and freehand measurement.
• Strong knowledge of upholstery techniques and fabrics.
• High accuracy in measuring and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify physical mock-up frames for New Product Development.
• Create accurate cutting patterns for upholstery fabrics and leathers.
• Digitize patterns and generate optimized cut markers to reduce waste.
• Document style numbers, part codes, and spec sheets with materials.
• Evaluate test samples for quality and adjust patterns for production readiness.
• Train sewing, cutting, and upholstery staff on new styles for production.

Skills

Pattern making experience

CAD software

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Colonial Group in Newton, NC seeks a seasoned Furniture Product Development Pattern Maker to bridge design and manufacturing. You will develop patterns, patterns for fabric and leather, and digitize for production. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure samples become production-ready.

You will refine patterns for durability and cost-effectiveness and train teams on new styles heading to production. Experience in upholstery and CAD is essential.