Pattern Maker

Varsity SpiritMemphis, TN
1dOnsite

About The Position

VARSITY SPIRIT, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE DRIVING FORCE IN SPIRIT ACROSS CHEER, DANCE, BAND AND YEARBOOK For over 50 years, Varsity Spirit has been the leading global source for all things spirit, including cheerleading, dance team, performing arts and yearbook. Focused on safety, entertainment and traditional school leadership, Varsity Spirit’s 5,000+ employees are dedicated to celebrating school spirit. A leader in apparel innovation, educational camps, clinics, competitions, and yearbook, Varsity Spirit impacts more than a million athletes each year. OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY At Varsity Spirit, the safety and wellbeing of the young people we serve is of the utmost importance. Since our inception 50 years ago, we have been – and remain – steadfastly committed to doing our part to create a safe and positive environment for our participants’ physical, emotional, and social development, and promoting an environment free from abuse and misconduct. Varsity has a zero tolerance for abuse in its programs, events, and associated business activities. Varsity is committed to reporting all suspicions, allegations, and incidents of abuse in full accordance with local laws and reporting requirements. Learn more at Our Commitment to Safety - Varsity.com . WORK TYPE: Full-time Monday-Friday in office LOCATION DETAILS: Memphis, TN or Dallas, TX HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT Varsity Spirit is looking for a Pattern Maker to join our team in Memphis, TN or Dallas, TX.

Requirements

  • Proficient in Gerber AccuMark 10 and PDM/PLM systems
  • Proficient in Adobe Illustrator
  • Able to perform tasks and responsibilities with minimal supervision
  • Excellent patternmaking and grading skills with a focus on active knit sportswear but some experience in woven fabric
  • Exceptional understanding of garment construction and fit
  • Ability to translate sketches into three-dimensional designs
  • Have strong written and verbal communication skills, must be task-oriented and organized
  • Maintain a positive, encouraging attitude in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexible in terms of changing priorities and dealing with multiple projects simultaneously
  • Able to work with internal and external departments, including but not limited to engineering, production, and off-site manufacturing facilities
  • Experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
  • AA Degree in Patternmaking or comparable experience preferred
  • 3-5 years experience in manual and Gerber based computerized patternmaking
  • Experience with knit apparel
  • Experience in computerized grading

Nice To Haves

  • PDM/PLM experienced preferred, but not required
  • Sewing experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Execute 1st through production patterns according to design requirements using established base patterns in all silhouette categories
  • Grade all design lines on the established base pattern
  • Create 1st through production specs in PLM
  • Collaborate with Design and Production to meet style construction standards
  • Collaborate with Sample Room and Production to apply any pattern alterations/corrections in a timely manner
  • Create physical markers or zip files to issue to internal and offsite sample rooms
  • Work with sample room to execute sewing standards
  • Review samples to ensure they are sewn and measured correctly
  • Attend fittings when necessary and identify improvements to meet Design requirements
  • Ability to support and train other teammates
  • Other duties upon requests

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
  • HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
  • Wellbeing Program
  • 401(k) plan with company matching
  • Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
  • Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
  • Varsity Brands Ownership Program
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
  • Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!
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