R&D Pattern Maker Trainee: Learn, Prototype & Optimize

Ashley Furniture Industries; Ecru (MS); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, and Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off

Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings

Professional Development Opportunities

Wellness Centers and Medical Tourism

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Life Insurance

Job summary

A leading furniture manufacturer in Mississippi is seeking a detail-driven trainee for its Research & Development team. This role focuses on developing and refining upholstery patterns, perfect for hands-on individuals aiming for a technical position. Collaborating across departments, the trainee will optimize patterns based on feedback and support prototype creation. Competitive benefits and a conducive environment for learning and innovation are offered, making this an ideal starting point for a career in upholstery design.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills for tracking patterns and documentation.
• Knowledge of upholstery or sewing is preferred for this role.
• Willingness to learn R&D processes and pattern development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate patterns for upholstery products.
• Collaborate with various teams on product design and prototyping.
• Support prototype adjustments based on feedback.

Skills

Basic computer skills

General upholstery or sewing knowledge

Strong willingness to learn

Innovative mindset

High attention to detail

Positive attitude

Comfort working in a fast-paced environment

Education

Industrial Design

Furniture Design

Textile Technology

Patternmaking Certification

Upholstery/Furniture Manufacturing Training

Tools

Optitex

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

A leading furniture manufacturer in Mississippi is seeking a detail-driven trainee for its Research & Development team. This role focuses on developing and refining upholstery patterns, perfect for hands-on individuals aiming for a technical position. Collaborating across departments, the trainee will optimize patterns based on feedback and support prototype creation. Competitive benefits and a conducive environment for learning and innovation are offered, making this an ideal starting point for a career in upholstery design.