Product Developer

Partners Personnel; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 45,460 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

A furniture manufacturing company in Simi Valley is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Product Designer and Developer. This mid-senior level role involves designing high-quality, comfortable soft furniture products. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in product design and be skilled in prototyping and market analysis. Competitive pay offered is $33-38/hr, with a focus on local candidates.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience in product design, especially in furniture, soft goods, or upholstery.
• Hands-on experience with prototyping and working in a production or factory setting.
• Knowledge of materials, sewing techniques, and foam structuring.

Responsibilities

• Design original bean bag furniture concepts using company-supplied foam and fabric materials.
• Analyze market trends and competitor products to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Develop and build physical prototypes using in-house resources.
• Conduct comfort and usability testing on prototypes.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and internal quality standards.

Skills

Product design

Prototyping

Communication skills

Market analysis

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Product Designer and Developer. This role blends creative design with hands-on prototyping, testing, and production. Working from our fully equipped in-house factory, which includes fabric supply, sewing, and foam cutting services, you’ll design and develop high-quality, comfortable, and market-ready soft furniture products.

The ideal candidate is passionate about design, comfort, and materials, and can manage the product lifecycle from concept through production—including e-commerce readiness for platforms like Amazon.

Location: Simi Valley, CA (local candidates only)

Employment: Temp to hire

Compensation: $33-38.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Design original bean bag furniture concepts using company-supplied foam and fabric materials.
• Analyze market trends and competitor products to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation.
• Improve existing designs while aligning with our brand identity and quality standards.
• Develop and build physical prototypes using in-house resources, including fabric selection, sewing, and foam cutting.
• Collaborate with our factory team to optimize design for manufacturability, comfort, and durability.
• Continuously refine construction methods for better efficiency and product performance.
• Conduct comfort, usability, and durability testing on prototypes.
• Gather feedback from internal and external stakeholders to inform design adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and internal quality standards.
• Select and source high-performance fabrics and materials, focusing on quality, comfort, aesthetics, and cost-effectiveness.
• Stay informed about emerging trends and innovations in textile and foam technology.
• Coordinate product photography and visual presentation of prototypes for digital platforms.
• Support creation of product listings, including compelling descriptions and technical specifications for platforms like Amazon.
• Assist in curating product lines and collections based on market research and prototype performance.
• Oversee the full product development lifecycle, from ideation through manufacturing and launch.
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams to meet project deadlines and ensure product readiness.
• Maintain thorough documentation of design iterations, test results, material specifications, and production methods.

Experience and Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience in product design, especially in furniture, soft goods, or upholstery.
• Hands-on experience with prototyping and working in a production or factory setting.
• Knowledge of materials, sewing techniques, and foam structuring.
• Strong understanding of e-commerce and digital product presentation.
• Excellent project communication and organizational skills.

Seniority

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Temporary-to-hire

Job function

• Design

Industries

• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing