Temporary Product Developer - Graphics

5.11; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Casual dress code

Employee discounts

Job summary

5.11 is seeking a Product Developer, Graphics to bring innovative graphic apparel concepts to life. You will partner with Design, Technical Design, Sourcing, and our global vendor partners to manage product development from concept through commercialization, ensuring quality, functionality, cost, and performance.

The role requires 2–5 years in apparel development, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and experience with Illustrator.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Product Development, Apparel, Fashion Merchandising, or related field.
• 2–5 years of apparel product development experience in a manufacturing or sourcing environment.
• Understanding of the apparel development lifecycle from concept through production.
• Experience with graphic applications such as screen printing, embroidery, heat transfers or embellishment techniques.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Adobe Illustrator experience required.
• Experience with PLM/PDM systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the product development process from design handoff through commercialization across multiple seasonal timelines.
• Partner with Design, Technical Design, Sourcing, and suppliers to develop graphics, embellishments, trims, materials, and packaging.
• Drive innovation in materials, decoration techniques, construction methods, and product execution.
• Build and maintain technical packages, BOMs, labeling, packaging, and product data.
• Ensure products meet quality, performance, compliance, and end-use requirements through testing and validation.
• Collaborate with global sourcing teams and factory partners to meet development milestones and target costs.
• Track product development status, testing, and commercialization to ensure on-time delivery.
• Support fit sessions, wear testing, and prototype evaluations.
• Provide technical product information to cross-functional teams, including Product Line Management, Sales, and Marketing.
• Participate in product meetings, identify development risks, and help drive solutions.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Job description

Born in Yosemite, forged in Quantico and built for adventure. 5.11 is a purpose-driven lifestyle brand, rooted in performance, durability, and versatility. Since 1979, we’ve created gear and apparel for people who live life without limits, delivering gear and apparel that empower them to push boundaries every day.

At 5.11, we're looking for a Product Developer, Graphics to help bring innovative graphic apparel concepts to life. In this role, you'll partner closely with Design, Technical Design, Sourcing, and our global vendor partners to manage product development from concept through commercialization, ensuring every product meets our standards for quality, functionality, cost, and performance.

What You'll Do:

• Manage the product development process from design handoff through commercialization across multiple seasonal timelines.
• Partner with Design, Technical Design, Sourcing, and suppliers to develop graphics, embellishments, trims, materials, and packaging.
• Drive innovation in materials, decoration techniques, construction methods, and product execution.
• Build and maintain accurate technical packages, BOMs, labeling, packaging, and product data.
• Ensure products meet quality, performance, compliance, and end‑use requirements through testing and validation.
• Collaborate with global sourcing teams and factory partners to meet development milestones and target costs.
• Track product development status, testing, and commercialization to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Support fit sessions, wear testing, and prototype evaluations.
• Provide technical product information to cross‑functional teams, including Product Line Management, Sales, and Marketing.
• Participate in product meetings, identify development risks, and help drive solutions.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Product Development, Apparel, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2-5 years of experience in apparel product development within a manufacturing or sourcing environment.
• Understanding of the apparel development lifecycle from concept through production.
• Experience with graphic applications such as screen printing, embroidery, heat transfers, or other embellishment techniques is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Adobe Illustrator experience required.
• Experience with PLM/PDM systems is preferred.

Pay Range:

$38.00-$43.00 per hour

5.11 offers a best-in-class benefits program including: medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; employer-paid basic life and AD&DD insurance. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including: Hospital Indemnity/Accident insurance; Flexible Spending Account/Health Saving Account; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off/Paid Holidays/Sick Time; Casual Dress Code; and Employee Discounts.

*If you are a regular full-time employee working at least 30 hours per week, you and your eligible dependents may participate in 5.11’s benefits program.*

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