Pattern Digitizer/CNC Programmer - CAD Tech

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth. We offer a competitive hourly wage, generous benefits that start on your first day, and endless possibilities for career growth. Connect with our hiring team today to learn more. Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Geiger means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Geiger to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Responsible for programming, operating, and supporting fabric CNC cutting equipment to ensure accurate, efficient, and on‑time production. Serves as a technical lead within the cutting area and a key liaison between product development and manufacturing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Create, modify, maintain, and export CNC cutter programs using approved programming software. Program CNC cutters to ensure daily production orders are completed accurately and efficiently. Run CNC cutter and plotter as needed; assist in leading day-to-day cutting area activities. Train and support CNC machine operators. Ensure all cutting meets established quality and production standards. Calculate accurate fabric yardage requirements using EMS and cutting systems. Understand upholstery patterns and product options to maximize fabric yield. Classify and grade fabrics into appropriate stretch categories using established standards, including newly implemented stretch classifications. Pattern Development, Digitizing, and Management Digitize new parts and maintain full working knowledge of the pattern digitizing process, including software, hardware, and technical support interaction. Manage pattern changes and maintain accurate pattern databases. Participate in textile and pattern approval processes. Work closely with product development model makers on new product development. Serve as liaison between product development and manufacturing/operations teams. Collaborate with fabric purchasing and customer service to develop new patterns, yardage requirements, and pricing, as well as revise existing patterns. Production and Order Support Monitor and follow up on rush orders to ensure proper prioritization and on‑time delivery. Answer fabric and pattern requirement questions to support internal teams. Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education/Experience One of the following is required: (1) High school diploma or its equivalent (GED for example), (2) work experience which demonstrates performance competency. Previous understanding of patterns and fabric is preferred. Previous experience with textile cutting equipment and software such as Accumark, PDS 2000, and System Management software is preferred. Skills and Abilities Ability to read, understand, communicate, and interpret written and verbal instructions, work documentation, policies and practices, etc., at a level necessary to adequately perform the job required. Competent in basic math skills, such as adding and subtracting. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as yardages, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to read and interpret documents such as dispatch list, shop orders, and CAD drawings etc. Ability to speak effectively to employees of organization. Good verbal communications skills are required for this position. Reasoning skills required to ensure communication with vendors, co-workers, strong interpersonal, problem solving and reasoning skills are required. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Demonstrated initiative to lead others for improved performance and consistently demonstrated job performance that exceeds expectations. Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations. Who We Hire? Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We're committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings. MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.com. MillerKnoll is a collective of design brands coming together to remake modern for the 21st century. To make your job search even better, we've updated our internal job mapping system. As part of this change, any Job Alerts you've previously set up will no longer work. But don't worry—it's quick and easy to create new alerts! Just log in and set up your preferences again to stay updated on the latest job openings. We are aware that there are a number of scams targeting current job seekers. MillerKnoll will not ask you to provide money or any financial account information, such as bank account or routing numbers, as part of our application or job offer process. If you suspect a job application related scam involving MillerKnoll, or our collective of brands (Herman Miller, Knoll, KnollTextiles, Muuto, HAY, Geiger, Spinneybeck, Filzfelt, NaughtOne, DatesWeiser, Maharam, Design Within Reach, Maars Living Walls, Edelman Leather, Colebrook Bosson Saunders, Holly Hunt), please contact careers_help@millerknoll.com. Want to be part of a team that's making a positive impact? From creating spaces that help people live and work better to lifting our local and global communities, MillerKnoll is working hard to make a difference. Join us as we design a more equitable, sustainable, and beautiful future together. Enter your email address to tell us about yourself. We will keep you informed about job opportunities and events that match your interests.