Product Developer Assistant

Leather Accessories Company is looking for a Product Development Assistant to support the full cycle design process for all products with oversight from the Design Director.  

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Use of the Following Computer Applications-

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite / MAC Photoshop & Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Minimum Education (or substitute experience) required:

1-2 years of related experience

Bachelor of Arts degree preferred

Essential Job Functions: 

CAD, Belt, Hardware, Wallet, Packaging Knowledge

Experience & Skills Required:

Team oriented, Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills

Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; and highly detail oriented

Create development technical specs with information necessary in order to communicate design specific details to factory

Work directly with factories to develop new products and problem solve design issues, including daily communication via email as well

Manage development of product, moving products from concept to technical design to ensure set timelines

Prepare sample requests, and approve submitted samples while adhering to product, color and material standards

Adjust product styling or functionality as needed after receiving feedback from license

Work/Environment/Benefits:

Office environment. Extended periods of sitting, typing and looking at a computer screen.

Primary time worked will be between 9:00 am – 5:30 pm, Mon-Fri

Included Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, flexible spending account and 401K Benefit options.  Company also provides Life Insurance to all full time employees.  Two weeks’ vacation, one personal day, 3 sick days & 7 paid holidays.