Cutting Pattern Technician

Job Purpose: The Cutting Pattern Technician is responsible for creating, optimizing, and maintaining cut files, production drawings, and other documentation needed for textile production processes. They will cross-functionally collaborate with cost accounting, production, product development, supply chain, and quality to drive improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, a keen eye for detail, and a solid understanding of furniture / garment construction and textile production processes.

Reports To: Product Development Manager

Location: On-site at plant in Long An (Tay Ninh), Vietnam

Department: Product Development & Production

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create and modify digital patterns for textiles and foam / batting cutting processes using industry-standard CAD software like Gerber AccuMark, Lectra, SolidWorks, or Optitex.
• Work cross-functionally development, design, production, sourcing, and cost accounting teams to ensure all layouts and cut files are accurate, manufacturable, and set up properly.
• Work cross-functionally to optimize construction for both functionality and manufacturability through the entire manufacturing process (including the filling process).
• Drive continuous improvement in layout efficiencies by optimizing part design, layout efficiency, fabric width selection, and production cutting processes.
• Review and adjust patterns, seam allowances, accessory placement, and technical annotations to ensure they meet quality standards and design specifications.
• Maintain and organize a digital library of all patterns and design files for easy retrieval and version control throughout the organization.
• Address and resolve any CAD-related issues to arise during design/pattern-making, layout modifications, and production processes.
• Create and manage technical drawings from development through end of life in production.

Required Qualifications 

Education

• CAD Operator Certification

Experience

• At least 3 years of experience in a textile manufacturing or similar cutting industry with 2 years specific to CAD operation.
• Proficient in one of the following design software programs: Gerber, Optitex, or SolidWorks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) for data analysis, report creation, and presentations.
• Strong understanding of furniture / garment construction, fabric types, and pattern grading.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain a clean and accessible file system.

Preferred qualifications

• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) for basic design editing.
• Experience in AutoCAD and SolidWorks is a plus.
• Experience in foam / fiber batting processing / cutting is a plus.
• Fluency in English is a plus.

Working Conditions

Environment 

• Primary duties and work location are split equally between the factory floor and office at the Long An , (Tay Ninh), Vietnam plant. 

• Travel to the United States may be requested in limited instances. 

Essential physical requirements 

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting at a desk working on a computer.  
• Must be able to lift 25kg (consistent with roll of plotter paper)

• Qualification: College
• Age: Unlimited
• Job type: Permanent
• Working time: Monday - Friday