Hardgoods Product Developer (Hybrid - 3 Days / Week In Office)

Dream Job Alert! Want to work in the Hardgoods Department at one of the most innovative and sought-after skateboard companies in the world? NHS, Inc. is the world’s largest skateboard company, located in Santa Cruz, CA. and we’re looking for someone who is passionate about product and product development. The ideal candidate has previous experience in product development and possesses a solid understanding of color theory and the screen-printing process.

You are a self-starter with an acute attention to detail, who takes direction well. No job is too big or too small, you’re just down for the cause, and stoked to be making some of the coolest stuff in skateboarding. Please note this is a Full-Time, Hybrid position with at least three days per week in office at our Santa Cruz, CA. headquarters. Position Summary: This position is a key member of the Hardgoods Development staff, reporting to the Hardgoods Department Manager, and works closely with members of the Hardgoods and Creative teams.

This role requires daily communication with vendors concerning product specifications, graphic quality, reviewing and processing samples, as well as working closely with artists and brand managers. Success in this role requires passion for product development, a curious mindset, and the ability to proactively problem solve, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail. Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to): • Responsible for reviewing style guides for accuracy to ensure files and artwork are clear and consistent for vendors • Prepare and maintain technical specification and BOM sheets, upload files to vendor FTP sites • Keep style guides and technical sheets updated based on changes in development cycle • Analyze and evaluate product samples, clearly communicate comments to vendors regarding aesthetics, technical details, and quality • Develop and maintain a high standard of communication with domestic and overseas vendors • Generate and monitor Ziflow proofs for sample review by artists and brand managers • Research new aesthetic treatments with vendors to suggest use in future product lines • Keep calendar tasks updated in ASANA to reflect current development status • Assist with organizing, tagging, rotating, and archiving hardgood development samples?

• Review and confirm seasonal set-up and tooling fees for Purchasing • Maintain master development MOQ and set-up fee reference file for Development and Creative • Participate in QA evaluation of seasonal production samples and periodically review product in warehouse • Work with R&D and vendors to help resolve issues discovered during QA related to aesthetics, color, and quality • Participate in regular vendor calls on status of development and production • Procure development workshop supplies, stock, and display various treatment options from vendors • Assist with work order scheduling/communication for NHS hardgoods manufacturing • Other duties as assigned by Hardgoods Department Manager What You Get: Competitive salary, incentive bonus and profit-sharing bonus plan.

Health insurance?(low employee contribution), 401K plan, and personal time off. FREE Espresso and Hot Cocoa. Awesome Job Experience: • 3-5 years product development experience preferred. Open to experience in adjacent product categories outside of hardgoods • Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of the product development and manufacturing processes • Must demonstrate knowledge of understanding spot and process color • Solid understanding of the screen-printing process and verbiage • Experience or demonstrated knowledge of .jpeg image manipulation/optimization • Experience with style guides and the ability to prepare technical packages for a diverse range of products?

• Committed to excellence and high-quality product build standards • Thrives in an evolving, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment • Excellent time management and organizational skills. Able to manage and track finite details • Maintains a positive attitude and strong enthusiasm for their work and the products they develop • Ability to escalate issues in a timely and concise manner • Ability to foster teamwork and communicate across functional teams • Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills • Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, MS Excel and Outlook; Asana and Ziflow experience a plus • Genuine interest/passion for the skateboarding industry and making the highest quality/fun products Physical requirements: • Must possess ability to see and interpret PMS colors • Must be able to lift a minimum of 30lbs • Able to travel domestically and internationally to visit vendors, one to two times per year