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Posted 5 hours agoSample Maker
at Ooon
Zurich, SwitzerlandOn-site
Responsibilities
- Construct prototypes based on technical specifications, patterns, and alternative construction methods in collaboration with cross functional teams.
- Determine optimal fabrics, trims, and sewing techniques for high-performance apparel.
- Support prototype-to-production transitions at a premium level.
- Ensure samples meet strict quality standards for stitching, durability, and finish.
- Maintain an organized workspace and efficient workflow.
Requirements
- experience as a Sample Maker, Sample Sewer, or in a similar role within apparel manufacturing, including employment
- experience in a factory, sample room, or tailoring shop.
- Demonstrated technical proficiency in handling and sewing complex fabrications, spanning both stretch and non-stretch textiles. Advanced
- experience with sewing athletics and ready to wear garments.
- Understanding of garment construction and pattern interpretation. Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in using industrial sewing machines (single-needle, overlock, coverstitch, etc.).
- Ability to read and follow patterns, spec sheets, and technical sketches. •
- Experience working with all fabrications
- Experience with digital pattern-making software (e.g., Gerber, Lectra) is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of garment dyeing, washing, or textile printing techniques (DTF, DTG). About the team:
- Product creation is a mindset and every team member is empowered to make decisions with the understanding that failure is part of the learning and growth process.
Experience
- Qualifications & Skills: Experience: 8+ years of
Benefits
- This is a 6 month contract with potential for permanent. Key Responsibilities:
Additional details
- We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Sample Maker with a passion for athletic and ready to wear apparel.
- In this role, you will be responsible for creating high-quality prototypes, muslins and mockups in partnership with pattern engineers, product development and designers to bring product concepts to life.
- The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in fabric handling (both cutting and sewing), garment construction and sewing techniques. This person should be self driven and eager to continuously grow their skills in apparel development.
- Stay current on both athletic and ready to wear industry trends and advanced sewing techniques, specific to appearance and function.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality craftsmanship. Preferred
- We are focused, solutions-oriented, and able to take action upon imminent challenges.
- We establish and follow processes, but are also continuously confronting the status quo and the industry standard.
- We are engineers that steer pinnacle sportswear design ideas into functional reality.
- We are able to convert innovative concepts and prototypes into commercialised products with stringent quality and engineering standards, bringing them into the hands of our discerning, global customer base.
- As an integrated function in the design and development organisation; we are detail-minded problem solvers; guiding and executing apparel technical development within tight timelines and the highest possible product quality, both on the shelf and in use.