Technical Designer / Patternmaker

CHAMPRO; Bannockburn (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the sports equipment industry is seeking a passionate Apparel Technical Designer/Pattern Maker. This full-time role involves design, pattern making, and production management while ensuring quality and compliance with specifications. Candidates should have a strong background in apparel design and manufacturing with excellent problem-solving skills to thrive in a collaborative environment. Benefits include comprehensive insurance and retirement plans, promoting a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K and Profit Sharing

Paid time off and holidays

Reimbursement for gym membership fees

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience as a Technical Designer.
• Experience in athletic team sports is a plus.
• Ability to machine sew development samples when needed.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of the apparel process from design to production.
• Develop fit and production patterns in LECTRA MODARIS.
• Illustrate pattern corrections and communicate with overseas suppliers.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Technical Knowledge of Garment Construction

Ability to Multi-task

Education

Degree in Apparel Manufacturing or Related Field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

LECTRA MODARIS

PLM Systems

Job description

CHAMPRO is a growing branded manufacturer & distributor of team sports equipment and apparel. We are privately owned and have been delivering high-value, traditional & innovative athletic equipment and apparel via outstanding, integrity-driven customer service for thirty-five years. We are currently looking for a talented Apparel Technical Designer/Pattern Maker.

Position:

This role will be responsible for all aspects of the apparel process from design creation & pattern making to production while communicating with our overseas suppliers and factories This is a full-time position for a mid-level candidate who is meticulous, detailed, and driven by the technical aspect of the design process. We are searching for a passionate individual that is an out of box thinker who can collaborate with the existing team, outside vendors and across all levels of our organization.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work with management to assist in new product development and existing product modifications.
• Work closely with PLM’s to achieve product goals established to meet the market demands.
• Cultivate and manage the technical specification packages.
• Develop fit and production patterns in LECTRA MODARIS.
• Request, evaluate and approve all prototype, fit, PP and TOP samples to determine compliance of specs, construction, quality and design intent.
• Illustrate meticulous pattern corrections and style comments to communicate accurate & precise information to overseas vendors and production.
• Create markers for costing and production in LECTRA DIAMINO.
• Partner with Quality Control to review production garment(s).
• Conduct competitor analysis studies.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree in apparel manufacturing, product development, apparel design related field or equal on the job experience
• 3+ years’ experience as a Technical Designer
• Proficiency in electronic pattern systems Adobe Illustrator, PLM Systems, Modaris or Accumark
• Advanced knowledge of target design specs, POM’s and grading
• Must have technical knowledge of garment construction, fabrics and tech pack
• General knowledge of cotton, polyester and spandex fibers, as well as, yarns, knits and woven
• Ability to machine sew development samples when needed
• Advanced ability to multi-task and prioritize workload to ensure deliveries are met
• Proactive, self-motivated, advanced knowledge of how to delegate and still meet deadlines with "get it done" attitude
• Advanced attention to detail and mistakes and problem-solving skills
• Experience in Athletic team sports a “plus”

Company Culture:

We are proud to offer eligible associates a full-range of benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability, 401K, Profit Sharing, paid time off, holidays, and reimbursement toward gym membership fees. A collaborative atmosphere working together to exceed our customers’ expectations, as well as, an Equal Opportunity Employer bringing together diverse individuals to develop new and innovative solutions.