Associate Patternmaker

Overview

ABOUT US
At Weissman, located in St. Louis, Missouri, we've been the heartbeat of the dance community for 60 incredible years. As a privately held, medium-sized company, we're not just another manufacturer - we're the driving force behind the dance industry's most stunning costumes and dancewear. From digital sketch to delivered product, we handle every step in-house, infusing passion and expertise into every creation.

What drives us? Our extraordinary team! We've cultivated a talent base skilled in merchandising, marketing, design, and more, constantly investing in our people, products, and technology to stay ahead.

Why join us? Because here, you're not just an employee - you're a valued member of a passionate community dedicated to making dreams a reality. We're not just creating costumes and dancewear; we're empowering performances, sparking creativity, and celebrating the artistry of dance.

If you're ready to unleash your creativity, be part of something bigger, and make an impact in an exciting, dynamic industry, Weissman is the place for you. Come, let's dance towards a future where dreams take center stage.

Associate Patternmaker

St. Louis, Missouri (Hybrid)

70% On-Site

30% Work-from-Home

The Associate Patternmaker plays a critical role in bringing designs to life by creating high-quality patterns that balance fit, fabric yield, and design integrity. This role works closely with Technical Design and Design partners to develop initial patterns, participate in fit sessions, and implement revisions that support both creative vision and production requirements. From early development through adoption, the Associate Patternmaker ensures patterns align precisely with technical specifications and size standards.

This is an ideal opportunity for an early-career pattern making professional who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to deepen their technical expertise in a fast-paced product development environment. The Associate Patternmaker will gain hands-on exposure to grading, cross-functional collaboration, and end-to-end apparel development while supporting the delivery of consistent, high-quality products.

• Create initial patterns in requested base or photo sample sizes, applying an initial grade to ensure proper fit and adherence to standard sizing
• Balance fit, fabric yield, and design intent through thoughtful pattern execution and problem solving
• Participate actively in development fit sessions, reviewing patterns with Technical Design and Design partners and making real-time adjustments
• Apply grading upon style adoption to support production across all ordered sizes and size ranges
• Create and manage multiple size ranges, including grading opposite models and hand grading components as needed
• Verify all specifications against patterns and communicate required updates to Technical Design to ensure alignment
• Track daily workflow to meet development and production timelines and maintain accurate internal documentation
• Attend Technical Design handovers to ensure clear communication of pattern and fit details
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners across Product Development, Sourcing, Merchandising, Purchasing, QA, Distribution, and Customer Service
• Partner with Senior Patternmakers and Pattern leadership to troubleshoot issues and support continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Product Development, or a related field preferred

Experience

1 to 3 years of pattern making experience or relevant apparel industry experience required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Working understanding of product development and production processes
• Flat pattern making and draping experience
• Working knowledge of pattern making software, preferably Lectra (Modaris)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to receive feedback and communicate in a professional, collaborative manner

At Weissman, we take care of our people. Full-time salaried employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision (100% employer-paid), dental, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA). We offer a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, as well as Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Time away from work is important too—we provide generous Paid Time Off (PTO), four floating holidays annually, and nine company-observed holidays. Our benefits also include paid parental and adoption leave, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential support resources, and access to wellness and mental health services. Benefits begin the first of the month following 30 days of employment.