Pattern Maker

Department : Product Creation Development

Reports to : Pattern Making Lead

Location : North Vancouver, BC

Your opportunity at Arc’teryx :

As a Pattern Maker, you partner with Design from maker phase, where you will support on concepts, all the way through to pre-production (approved to counter sample), creating patterns which meet design intent as well as Arc’teryx quality, fit and construction expectations.

We are always on the lookout for talented Pattern Makers to join our team! This is an evergreen requisition, meaning we continuously accept applications and review candidates for future opportunities. If you have a passion for creating high-quality patterns and are interested in being considered for upcoming roles, we encourage you to apply. This role would be based out of our North Vancouver office and is expected to be performed on-site. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

Meet your future team :

You will be part of a focused team of Product Developers, Designers, Pattern Makers, Cutters and Sewers that works on creating innovative product. This team builds strong relationships with cross-functional partners to realize ideas into commercialized successes.

If you were in the Pattern Maker role now, here are some of the core activities you would be responsible for :

• Interpreting design intent and creating concepts, prototypes and counter sample patterns, ensuring methods and documentation are consistent with known factory methods and processes
• Partnering with Designers and Product Developers to establish standard fit, sizing and product consistency by product type / category and end use
• Partnering with Designers and Product Developers to establish and document product construction standards and illustrated technical specifications for all product
• Contributing to the block pattern library
• Maintaining computer pattern libraries, ensuring changes and communications are clearly shared to Product Developers, Graders, and Marker Makers
• Reporting on prototype and sample progress, ensuring development and product creation deadlines are met
• Providing estimates of raw material yields to Product Developers during prototype development
• Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with Designer, Sample Sewers, Product Developers and Factories
• Developing and maintaining accurate sample garments and measurement specifications
• Partnering with Product Operations to help identify areas that need improvement or clarity, and supporting with changes needed during the Product Creation process
• Supporting and contributing to CLO 3D modeling as needed
• Participating in organized training programs
• Supporting on other projects as assigned
• Upholding Fair Labor Association’s Workplace Code of Conduct and Principles of Fair Labor and Responsible Sourcing, throughout the Arc’teryx supply chain

Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future :

Are you our next Pattern Maker?

$69,000 - $100,000 a year

A reasonable estimate of the pay range is CAD $69,000 - CAD $100,000 at the time of this posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and / or training.

Please note that the range details above reflect the base pay only and does not include our competitive bonus program and benefits that we offer.

At Arc’teryx, we’re committed to supporting long-lasting and fulfilling careers. We provide comprehensive training and clear pathways for growth within our Pattern Making team. As part of our hiring process, successful applicants will complete a skills assessment to help determine what level of Pattern Maker you are at within the organization.

Equal Opportunity

Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.

Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core values, while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate.

All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.

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