Pattern Maker

Established in 1952, FELLFAB® is a privately held Canadian company that engineers and manufactures innovative products from technical and specialized textiles. We are more than a manufacturer of specialized textile products. We are an engineering company dedicated to working with our customers. We believe in establishing long-term relationships based on providing purpose-built solutions. We are seeking an **EXPERIENCED** **Pattern Maker** as our company continues to grow. Your responsibilities include effectively assisting in new product design and ensuring all first articles meet customer requirements and Company standards. **Responsibilities include:** * Develop production-ready patterns for engineered textiles. * Lead pattern development, refinement and pattern optimization. * Translate complex design and performance requirements into manufacturable pattern solutions. * Create and maintain digital patterns using industry-standard CAD software. * Translate design concepts, sketches and specifications into accurate pattern solutions. * Own pattern accuracy and integrity for first articles. * Ensure production schedule requirements are met using the BOM or material, foam, and/or parts required by the customer. * Assist production in areas of manufacturing concerns. * Ensure first article work orders are received for each new pattern development project. * Ensure drawings, sketches, and/or artists renderings are received and understood, requesting clarification or additional information when necessary. * Ensure material requirements from engineering are understood and followed. * Provide dates on when first articles will be complete and ready for customer review. * Document the iterative changes on new designs until first article is approved both internally and by the customer. * Review customer requirements to be sure instructions are clear for development. * Request engineering support on new designs that are new, different, or otherwise require engineering analysis. * Ensuring patterns follow FELLFAB Limited standards. * Backing up engineering on drawing creation. **Skills & Qualifications Required:** * Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, Pattern Making or related discipline. * 5+ years of professional pattern-making or apparel-development experience. * Advanced knowledge of manual and digital pattern development. * Strong understanding of textile manufacturing methods, production processes and quality requirements. * Exceptional accuracy, attention to detail and problem-solving skills. * Ability to manage multiple products and development priorities in a fast-paced environment. **Position Status and Compensation Disclosure (Ontario)** This job posting represents a headcount addition as a Fixed Term Contract ending March 31, 2028, with the potential to move to Permanent, Full Time. **Salary Range:** The starting salary will be based on experience, increasing based on skill level progression, experience, and