CMF Designer

Normine Lombard; Scappoose (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision care

401k with employer matching

Paid Time Off

Maternity/Paternity leave

Indoor basketball/volleyball court

Fully equipped fitness center

Yoga studio

Meditation/Nap room

Team events & celebrations

Job summary

Normine Lombard is seeking a curious CMF Designer to turn emerging trends into innovative, manufacturable finishes. You’ll work with Brand, Design, Engineering, Product Development, Regulatory & Compliance, and Manufacturing to explore materials, coatings, textures, and application processes for drinkware finishes.

You will develop tangible finish concepts, samples, and technical possibilities, collaborating across teams to translate creative intent into achievable CMF solutions.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in CMF, industrial design or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Strong curiosity about materials and manufacturing processes.
• Hands‑on mindset with samples, prototypes and testing.

Responsibilities

• Research CMF and finish trends, translate into opportunities.
• Develop tangible finish concepts and samples for teams.
• Identify supplier technologies and manufacturing capabilities.
• Collaborate with Brand and Design to translate ideas into CMF solutions.
• Develop finishes for existing and future platforms with technical targets.
• Work with factories to develop, sample, and manufacture finishes.
• Coordinate testing for durability, adhesion, chemical resistance, wear.
• Document results and maintain finish specifications and regulatory records.

Skills

Curiosity

Detail‑oriented

Collaboration

Hands‑on

Problem solving

Communication

Design thinking

Education

Bachelor's in Industrial Design

Equivalent experience

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

KeyShot

SolidWorks

Job description

Must be willing to relocate to Lehi, UT

We’re looking for a curious, creative, and technically minded CMF Designer to turn emerging trends and creative ideas into innovative, manufacturable finishes. This role partners closely with Brand, Design, Engineering, Product Development, Regulatory & Compliance, and Manufacturing. You’ll explore emerging trends in materials, finishes, and application techniques, then investigate how those trends could translate into new and differentiated product finishes. Our primary focus is drinkware, with an emphasis on paints, coatings, plastics, graphics, textures, and application processes that create distinctive aesthetics.

Key Responsibilities

• Research emerging CMF, consumer, lifestyle, and manufacturing trends and translate them into new finish opportunities.
• Explore materials, coatings, surface treatments, textures, graphics, and application processes within and beyond the drinkware industry.
• Develop tangible finish concepts, samples, and technical possibilities to share with Product Development and Brand partners.
• Identify supplier technologies and manufacturing capabilities that could unlock new product experiences.
• Partner with Brand and Design teams to translate creative ideas into technically achievable CMF solutions.
• Develop finishes for existing and future product platforms, translating creative intent into clear technical targets.
• Work directly with factories and suppliers to develop, sample, refine, and manufacture new finishes.
• Bridge creative intent and manufacturing reality, troubleshooting challenges with Engineering, Quality, Compliance, Product Development, and suppliers.
• Evaluate paints, coatings, plastics, materials, and application processes against performance and manufacturing requirements.
• Coordinate and conduct testing for durability, adhesion, chemical resistance, wear, appearance, and other relevant criteria.
• Document testing, results, findings, development learnings, and technical specifications.
• Ensure finishes meet applicable performance, quality, regulatory, and compliance requirements before production.
• Create and maintain a CMF finish database and physical library of approved finishes, processes, specifications, test results, and regulatory documentation.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in CMF, industrial design, product design, materials, product development, or a related field. Internships and relevant or project experience are welcome.
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Material Design/Science, or a related discipline—or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Strong curiosity about materials, finishes, manufacturing processes, and how things are made.
• Ability to recognize trends and translate inspiration into practical product and manufacturing opportunities.
• A hands‑on mindset and comfort working with physical samples, prototypes, testing, and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively across creative, technical, supplier, and manufacturing teams.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with 3D visualization/CAD tools such as KeyShot, SolidWorks, or similar tools.
• Exposure to finish and material testing methods for adhesion, durability, abrasion, chemical resistance, and other product performance requirements.
• Comfort using technical documentation and database tools to maintain finish specifications, test results, approvals, supplier information, and regulatory records.
• Ability to work hands‑on with physical samples, prototypes, supplier submissions, and manufacturing standards throughout the development process
• Portfolio required, demonstrating relevant CMF, product design, material/finish development, or related work that showcases your experience, process, and technical thinking.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience or exposure to paints, coatings, plastics, printing, graphics, textures, surface treatments, material testing, supplier development, or high‑volume consumer product manufacturing

Our culture is passionate, entrepreneurial, and energetic. We value innovation through collaboration. And while we work smart and hard, we also connect and celebrate with equal gusto. We host team-building activities, athletic events, and seasonal celebrations to foster community and reward accomplishments. Bottom line? You’ll love it here.

Among The Many Benefits Our Team Members Enjoy Are

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care
• 401k package with employer matching
• Paid Time Off
• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Full indoor basketball/volleyball court
• Fully equipped fitness center (cardio, weights, functional fitness area, lockers and showers, etc.)
• Yoga studio
• Meditation/Nap room
• And much more!