Product Development Associate

Description

Company Overview:
At Caerus Corp, we are committed to fostering a dynamic and inclusive workplace that values collaboration and innovation. We believe in empowering our employees. If you are a dedicated professional that is flexible and willing to put in extra hours and effort, we are looking for you!

Position Summary:
We are seeking a Product Development Associate to join our team. This position plays a pivotal role in our success and growth by quoting and onboarding new contract cut and sew and RF welding customers. This role collaborates with a team of manufacturing professionals to build high quality products with pride in the USA.  

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop professional quote packs, bill of materials, work instructions, and standard manufacturing processes for new products.
• Maintain professional and timely communication with customers throughout development, quoting, and manufacturing process.
• Perform initial cost feasibility analysis using customer price targets for new contract opportunities.
• Build samples, gather cycle time data, and analyze the construction of products for manufacturability.
• Effectively transfer required information to production and overhead staff during NPI process.
• Assist in training new products with production and overhead staff.
• Manage multiple quoting and development projects simultaneously, driving progress to meet deadlines.
• Draft and edit digital pattern cut files in applicable CAD programs.
• Assist in onboarding new technologies leading to new contract manufacturing opportunities.
• Maintain accurate, current, thorough progress reports on all projects in-process and present strategic data/information regularly to Director of Business Development and Product Development team at core team meetings.
• Create standard workflow documents for new product introduction to manufacturing.
• Complete related tasks and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 years of soft goods production design and/or manufacturing engineering experience, or Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Basic textile, manufacturing, and sewing knowledge required.
• Proficient in MS Office applications including Excel.
• Excellent communications and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.

Compensation:
Caerus Corp provides the following information about compensation for this position:

• Salary Range: $60,000– $68,000 per year.
• Benefits:
  • Health, dental, vision, basic life, and AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

The salary range is based on several factors which will vary based on position.  These include labor markets and, in some instances, may include but not limited to education, work experience, scope and responsibilities of position and geographic location.

Work Environment & Culture:
At Caerus Corp, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees feel empowered to contribute, learn, and grow.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Caerus Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic team and make a meaningful impact.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.
• A commitment to fostering a safe, productive, and collaborative work environment.

Caerus Corp. headquartered in Blaine, MN is a developer, manufacturer, and marketer of innovative medical devices for both the human and the veterinary medical space.  Our brands include: OrthoCor Medical, Animal Ortho Care, Red Fox Innovations and New Options Sports.

Salary : $60,000 - $68,000