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BRAND is seeking an experienced Production/Development Pattern Maker Temporary who is proficient on Gerber systems, and can create ready patterns, and has some denim and non-denim experience (import and domestic).  Must be highly experienced with fittings and will perform pattern corrections within department timelines.  Duration: 6-8 weeks onsite in downtown Los Angeles. Parking included.

Responsibilities

·      Create development and production patterns and make changes and edits on the Gerber system

·      Translate the design sketch and or sample into a first pattern using Gerber software on PC.

·      Create development and production patterns and make changes and edits on the Gerber system

·      Work with design/pre production team on fit specifics

·      Create pattern card with all necessary information including final spec measurements and hand off to sample maker team.

·      Along with delivering pattern card to sample maker, provide advice and or input on the right techniques to construct the garment.

·      Ability to create novelty pattern work

·      Receive completed sample from sample maker team and measure for accuracy.

·      Attend development/production fittings of samples with design and pre production team.

·      Review with team fit technician notes for any pattern adjustments needed to produce final spec measurements and development/production pattern to be handed off.

·      Work with sample room on sewing construction based off patterns. 

·      Maintain a library of good basic patterns as a reference

·      Organization patterns and adhere to timelines as needed

·      Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ of PatternMaking experience
• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ of  1^st – Production AND denim experience (import and domestic fabric), solid Production experience
• Must be highly proficient Gerber systems – required
• Ability to digitize patterns preferred
• Strong knowledge of denim, denim shrinkage, twill and woven fabrics.
• Candidate must have experience with PC systems such as Outlook email, MS Word, and basic MS Excel 
• Associates Degree from college or university preferred
• Must be willing to test for 1 hour during interview
• Must be available to work on-site for 6-8weeks Monday – Friday during business hours

TO APPLY:  For consideration, please email resumes to JBLAcareers@jbrandjeans.com and put “PatternMaker” in the subject line.

No agency recruiters, no third parties, no calls, please.

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