Pattern & Sample Maker, Bags & Accessories

Trove Brands • Lehi, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Trove Brands is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Pattern & Sample Maker to support the development of bags, backpacks, and accessories. The role independently creates production-ready patterns, constructs high-quality prototypes, and translates design concepts into functional, manufacturable products. The position requires technical expertise in patternmaking, industrial sewing, and soft goods construction, as well as the ability to troubleshoot complex designs and recommend improvements. Working closely with the Soft Goods Development Team and cross-functional partners, the Pattern & Sample Maker helps refine product designs and ensure successful factory handoffs.

This is a fully in-office position at Trove Brands’ headquarters in Lehi, Utah.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, Patternmaking, or a related field, with formal training in patternmaking or industrial sewing.
• At least 3 years of hands-on patternmaking and sample-making experience, specifically with bags, backpacks, luggage, accessories, or other structured sewn soft goods.
• Demonstrated ability to independently draft, modify, and execute accurate two-dimensional patterns for complex three-dimensional bag constructions.
• Advanced proficiency in industrial sewing and constructing complete samples, including zippers, gussets, binding, piping, webbing, reinforcements, linings, hardware, and multi-layer assemblies.
• Strong understanding of woven and coated fabric behavior, seam allowances, tolerances, stitch selection, and construction techniques used in commercial bag manufacturing.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot construction challenges and develop practical, production-ready solutions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using digital patternmaking software or CAD systems.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for pattern development or technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop accurate, production-minded patterns for bags and accessories using sketches, reference samples, technical drawings, and development briefs.
• Cut, sew, assemble, and finish complete in-house prototypes using woven fabrics, coated materials, foam, webbing, zippers, hardware, and other bag components.
• Translate design concepts into practical construction solutions, improving pattern geometry, seam placement, reinforcement, material utilization, and manufacturability.
• Evaluate prototypes for shape, fit, functionality, durability, and workmanship, and make adjustments based on development feedback.
• Collaborate with the Soft Goods Development Team to troubleshoot construction challenges and validate factory corrections through physical samples.
• Maintain organized digital and physical pattern files, including revisions, version control, sample records, and construction notes.
• Provide technical pattern details, measurements, seam allowances, assembly instructions, and construction recommendations for tech packs and factory handoffs.
• Test materials, reinforcements, and construction techniques to evaluate their impact on product performance and manufacturing.
• Safely operate and maintain industrial sewing machines, cutting equipment, and sample-room tools.
• Participate in development reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet seasonal product development timelines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care
• 401(k) package with employer matching
• Paid time off
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Full indoor basketball and volleyball court
• Fully equipped fitness center with cardio, weights, functional fitness area, lockers, and showers
• Yoga studio
• Meditation/nap room
• Team-building activities, athletic events, and seasonal celebrations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level