Furniture Pattern Designer & Prototype Builder
Listed on 2026-10-10
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Manufacturing / Production
Product Engineer, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Manufacturing Engineer
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT PATTERN MAKER
A Furniture Product Development Pattern Maker bridges the gap between design and manufacturing, transforming conceptual sketches and prototypes into precise, functional, and production-ready templates. They ensure new furniture designs are durable, cost-effective, and optimized for mass manufacturing. This position is based at our Upholstery headquarters in Newton, NC.
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT PATTERN MAKER
A Furniture Product Development Pattern Maker bridges the gap between design and manufacturing, transforming conceptual sketches and prototypes into precise, functional, and production-ready templates. They ensure new furniture designs are durable, cost-effective, and optimized for mass manufacturing. This position is based at our Upholstery headquarters in Newton, NC.
Responsibilities
- Prototype Development:
Work closely with designers and product developers to build and modify physical mock-up sample frames for New Product Development. - Pattern Creation:
Develop highly accurate cutting patterns (fabric, leather, or poly) for upholstered furniture, ensuring a perfect fit for various cushion sizes and shapes. - Digital & Software Operations:
Digitize patterns and generate optimized cut markers (using software like Lectra or Morgan) to minimize material waste and improve fabric utilization. - Documentation:
Create and manage style numbers, part codes, and detailed specification (spec) sheets detailing the exact materials needed (springs, webbing, poly). - Quality Assurance & Troubleshooting:
Evaluate test samples for structural integrity and comfort, tweaking and adjusting patterns to make them production-friendly. - Manufacturing Handoff:
Train sewing, cutting, and upholstery associates on how to build and assemble new styles going into production.
- Experience:
Previous pattern-making experience, ideally in the furniture manufacturing industry. - Technical
Skills:
Proficiency in digital pattern-making software (CAD) and freehand measurement. - Product Knowledge:
Strong understanding of wood construction, upholstery techniques, and how different fabrics or leathers stretch and behave. - Attention to Detail:
High degree of accuracy in measuring, calculating dimensions, and reading blueprints. - Collaboration:
Strong communication skills to partner with cross-functional teams like Quality Control, and Production
- Medical insurance available the first month following 30 days of employment
- FSA and HSA available
- Dental and Vision
- 401(k) Plan
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid vacation upon hire
- Holidays
- AFLAC
- Critical Care Insurance
- Hospital Insurance
- On-site clinic
- Free mental health counseling
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