Coroflot
Product Designer
Coroflot, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Position:
Product Designer (soft goods)
Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.Department:
Product Design & DevelopmentReporting to:
VP, Product Design / Director, Product DesignLocation:
Chicago, IL or Toronto, ON (Hybrid)Status:
Full-Time, Permanent
Responsibilities:
Develop innovative new features and product profiles.Research and stay abreast of competitive products and current trends, applying them appropriately to product design and development.Prepare presentation CADs and factory artwork for new and existing items.Develop new prints and patterns as needed, ensuring that all items are within specified timelines.Review new development samples for construction quality and cost.Review lab dip and pattern swatches for production.Attend meetings and liaise with Product Management teams as required.Other duties as required.
Qualifications:
Post secondary education (Bachelor’s degree or College diploma) in Industrial Design or related field.At least five (5) years of experience in product design and development, preferably in the consumer products industry.Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).Experience with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD packages would be considered a plus.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point).Knowledge of textiles, synthetic materials, and hardware.Possess excellent communication skills for articulating design and technical concepts, collaborating with overseas factories, and liaising effectively with cross-functional teams.Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.Showcase a creative mindset coupled with a meticulous eye for detail.Exhibit strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.Reliable and self-motivated; a team player, yet able to work without close supervision.
What we will offer the successful candidate:
Market competitive compensation.Participation in our Health, Dental and Vision Benefits program.Participation in our Retirement Savings Plan and Partial Company Match.Participation in our Tuition Reimbursement Program.Metro Pass reimbursement for our transit commuters.Flexibility in work arrangements.Support for professional growth and development.Year-round employee events.
Company Overview: Since it was founded more than 35 years ago, California Innovations has grown to become the world’s leading provider of soft-sided coolers and insulated lunch packs. The company maintains its leadership position by focusing on performance and fashion, with an emphasis on proprietary technologies that make the company’s products work better. We are headquartered in Toronto, with offices in Montréal, the US, and China and distribute our products globally.We created the first collapsible cooler, the first soft-sided rolling cooler, the first soft-sided cooler with a plastic liner, the first Zipperless cooler, and many more innovative products! California Innovations designs and produces Arctic Zone, Titan, AZ Pro, Life is Good, Kelly Ventura, Food Pro, Columbia, Dabney Lee, and Interlockers Food Storage brands. The company enjoys vast penetration in all retail channels with presence in big box retailers ranging from Costco, Walmart, and Target, to QVC, Kroger, Walgreens, Carrefour, and ASDA. Check us out at www.arcticzone.com!
Here at California Innovations: Leadership, innovation, and creativity are in our DNA. We are passionate and inclusive. Our environment is friendly and supportive. Integrity & Commitment to Quality drives us and infuses everything we do.
Hybrid Model: We embrace a hybrid working environment and support our employees to be successful whether they are at home or in the office. The primary purpose of our offices is to drive collaboration, nurture our culture, and enhance our relationships and connections with one another.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
We are an equal opportunity employer that values the unique skills and experiences of each of our candidates; recognizing that each prospective team member of California Innovations, Inc. contributes to our efforts in building a diverse and inclusive place to work.
Should you require any disability-related accommodation to support your participation in our recruitment process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
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Product Designer (soft goods)
Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.Department:
Product Design & DevelopmentReporting to:
VP, Product Design / Director, Product DesignLocation:
Chicago, IL or Toronto, ON (Hybrid)Status:
Full-Time, Permanent
Responsibilities:
Develop innovative new features and product profiles.Research and stay abreast of competitive products and current trends, applying them appropriately to product design and development.Prepare presentation CADs and factory artwork for new and existing items.Develop new prints and patterns as needed, ensuring that all items are within specified timelines.Review new development samples for construction quality and cost.Review lab dip and pattern swatches for production.Attend meetings and liaise with Product Management teams as required.Other duties as required.
Qualifications:
Post secondary education (Bachelor’s degree or College diploma) in Industrial Design or related field.At least five (5) years of experience in product design and development, preferably in the consumer products industry.Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).Experience with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD packages would be considered a plus.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point).Knowledge of textiles, synthetic materials, and hardware.Possess excellent communication skills for articulating design and technical concepts, collaborating with overseas factories, and liaising effectively with cross-functional teams.Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.Showcase a creative mindset coupled with a meticulous eye for detail.Exhibit strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.Reliable and self-motivated; a team player, yet able to work without close supervision.
What we will offer the successful candidate:
Market competitive compensation.Participation in our Health, Dental and Vision Benefits program.Participation in our Retirement Savings Plan and Partial Company Match.Participation in our Tuition Reimbursement Program.Metro Pass reimbursement for our transit commuters.Flexibility in work arrangements.Support for professional growth and development.Year-round employee events.
Company Overview: Since it was founded more than 35 years ago, California Innovations has grown to become the world’s leading provider of soft-sided coolers and insulated lunch packs. The company maintains its leadership position by focusing on performance and fashion, with an emphasis on proprietary technologies that make the company’s products work better. We are headquartered in Toronto, with offices in Montréal, the US, and China and distribute our products globally.We created the first collapsible cooler, the first soft-sided rolling cooler, the first soft-sided cooler with a plastic liner, the first Zipperless cooler, and many more innovative products! California Innovations designs and produces Arctic Zone, Titan, AZ Pro, Life is Good, Kelly Ventura, Food Pro, Columbia, Dabney Lee, and Interlockers Food Storage brands. The company enjoys vast penetration in all retail channels with presence in big box retailers ranging from Costco, Walmart, and Target, to QVC, Kroger, Walgreens, Carrefour, and ASDA. Check us out at www.arcticzone.com!
Here at California Innovations: Leadership, innovation, and creativity are in our DNA. We are passionate and inclusive. Our environment is friendly and supportive. Integrity & Commitment to Quality drives us and infuses everything we do.
Hybrid Model: We embrace a hybrid working environment and support our employees to be successful whether they are at home or in the office. The primary purpose of our offices is to drive collaboration, nurture our culture, and enhance our relationships and connections with one another.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
We are an equal opportunity employer that values the unique skills and experiences of each of our candidates; recognizing that each prospective team member of California Innovations, Inc. contributes to our efforts in building a diverse and inclusive place to work.
Should you require any disability-related accommodation to support your participation in our recruitment process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
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