Sample Maker
Core
Creating high-quality prototypes, muslins, and mockups for athletic and ready-to-wear apparel concepts.
Role type
Sample Maker (Apparel Development)
Builds
Physical garment prototypes and samples for product development teams.
Domain
Apparel manufacturing / Sportswear
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Industrial sewing machine operation, fabric handling and cutting, garment construction, pattern interpretation, quality control, technical sketch reading, stretch and non-stretch textile management
Preferred skills
Digital pattern-making software (Gerber, Lectra), garment dyeing/washing/printing techniques
Technologies
Industrial sewing machines (single-needle, overlock, coverstitch), Gerber, Lectra
Responsibilities
Construct prototypes based on technical specifications and patterns, determine optimal fabrics and sewing techniques, resolve construction challenges, support prototype-to-production transitions, ensure samples meet strict quality standards, maintain organized workspace and workflow
Seniority
Mid-Senior level (8+ years experience)