Product Development Coordinator

Product Development Coordinator

Pay: $29.00–$35.00/hour DOE
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Employment Type: Temporary-to-Hire | Non-Exempt
Reports To: Director of Project Management

LOOKING FOR A CAREER, NOT JUST A JOB?

Join a Stable, Growing Manufacturing Company

We are seeking an organized, motivated Product Development Coordinator to join our Project Management team. This is a temporary-to-hire opportunity with strong long-term career potential for someone who enjoys a fast-paced manufacturing environment and working collaboratively with multiple teams to bring products from concept to production.

We offer a stable work environment, excellent benefits, career development opportunities, and the potential for long-term growth within an established manufacturing company.

Position Summary

The Product Development Coordinator serves as the central point of coordination for product development projects, working closely with Sales, R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Production, and customers.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects from initial customer inquiry through product development, production launch, and commercialization.
• Manage project timelines, priorities, milestones, approvals, testing, prototypes, BOMs, specifications, and documentation.
• Coordinate the transition from development to production, ensuring specifications, artwork, materials, and components are ready for launch.
• Serve as the communication link between Sales, R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Production, and customers.
• Provide project updates, timelines, and status reports while proactively identifying risks and potential delays.
• Support product costing, quotations, packaging development, artwork reviews, and material sourcing.
• Maintain accurate product information and documentation in ERP systems.
• Work with Regulatory/Compliance teams on applicable labeling, ingredient, and regulatory requirements.
• Understand manufacturing capabilities, MOQs, changeovers, and material lead times when developing project schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Packaging Science, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in project management, product development, coordination, or a related manufacturing/consumer products environment.
• Contract manufacturing/OEM experience strongly preferred.
• Manufacturing or production-floor experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP, Salesforce, or project management systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of packaging, manufacturing processes, quality, or regulatory requirements is helpful.
• English fluency required.

Why Join Us?

• Temporary-to-hire with long-term career potential
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM schedule
• Stable, established manufacturing company
• Excellent benefits
• Great, team-oriented work environment
• Long-term career growth and development opportunities
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on product development and production

Build Your Career With Us

If you are looking for stability, professional growth, and an opportunity to build a long-term career—not simply another job—we encourage you to apply.

At United Employment Solutions, we are a rapidly growing team that prioritizes quality over quantity in every aspect of our business. Our foundation is built upon the core values of Honesty, Passion, Professionalism, and Respect, principles that are championed by every member of our staff and integrated into every department. We pride ourselves on maintaining a dynamic workplace environment where innovation is the heart of our success. We don't just accept new ideas; we actively thrive on them, and we encourage every employee to contribute their perspective, whether it’s a specific departmental improvement or a visionary concept for the entire company. Beyond a collaborative culture, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, including Medical coverage with company contributions, affordable Dental and Vision insurance, and company-sponsored Life Insurance. Our team also enjoys robust time-off benefits, including paid holidays, vacation pay, and five annual sick days. If you are looking for a professional home that values your voice and your growth, we invite you to come join our team!