Job Title

Patcraft Commercial Soft Surface Designer

Position Overview

With more than 70 years in the commercial flooring business, Patcraft defines performance by more than how our products withstand the physical demands of an environment, but also how they support human performance, productivity, health and wellness. We deliver high-performance flooring solutions with innovative design and superior service to meet the needs of every market sector. At Patcraft, we believe in providing our customers with forward-thinking, responsible solutions. We are powered by our culture and inspired by curiosity, continuous learning and partnership.

Patcraft's award-winning design department is seeking a designer responsible for developing Commercial flooring products. Our designers are responsible for the design of carpet and hard surface patterns and color lines from concept to completion, including concept design phase, following through fabrication in manufacturing, and supporting execution of marketing materials and sales training. They also do market research in color and design trends, product presentations and participate in industry design and trade shows.  Our designers exhibit a creative and innovative approach to all tasks with the ability to manage multiple projects, show excellent time management skills, and work in a team environment.

Primary Responsibilities

Responsible for developing innovative soft surface products for commercial flooring, through all phases of design, from concept to launch. This includes trend research, concept development, prototyping, building out artwork, color development, production set-up, and supporting the execution of product launch materials and sales training.

Manage the design process to ensure key dates, deliverables, and product launch dates are met.

Define design and color direction based on market requirements, research, experience, and knowledge to lead in design and performance in target markets.

Travel for market research and feedback, customer visits and presentations, and participation in industry events and trade shows. Overnight travel is required.

Collaborate with the Fabrication team and Vendor partners in the following functional areas: product and pattern design, color line development, fabrication of new styles, administration and issuance of all new product specifications.

Collaborate with the Design and Marketing teams to meet Patcraft brand objectives in order to meet overall brand and business goals.

Dynamically present and communicate product design vision and directions and product offerings to clients (in the marketplace and during mill tours), sales, and management.

Build relationships with Sourcing to understand supplier requirements and platforms.

Develop an understanding of suppliers’ capabilities to better inform product development across different market sectors.

Qualifications:

Four-year college degree and/or advanced degree: Graphic Design, Fine art, Illustration, Textiles and/or design-related experience.

Must have excellent knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.

Working knowledge of pattern design and various printing methods including gravure (intaglio) and digital printing.

Must excel in working both independently and in a collaborative team environment.

Ability to travel, including international travel.

Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

Exhibit a keen design sensibility with an understanding of pattern, color principles and attention to detail.

Required Competencies

Innovate

Execute Action Plan

Learn Continuously

Build Customer Satisfaction

Shaw benefits include: 

Medical, dental, and vision insurance 

Life insurance and disability coverage 

Tuition reimbursement 

Employee assistance program 

Health savings account 

Paid Time Off 

Parental Leave 

401K and Retirement Plans 

Product discounts for employees 

Adoption assistance 

Shaw Family Health Center (Dalton, GA, and Cartersville, GA, locations) 

Based upon experience level of the candidate selected, the position may be filled as Designer or Senior Designer.

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.