Product Development Coordinator
Reports To: Product Development Manager
Location: Greenville, NC
Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position SummaryThe Product Development Coordinator is responsible for creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs), setting up products in Nesterwood software, and supporting the product development process to ensure accurate manufacturing documentation. This position works closely with engineering, purchasing, production, and product development teams to prepare products for manufacturing while maintaining data integrity and production efficiency.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Create, maintain, and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) for new and existing furniture products.
- Set up new products and revisions within the Nesterwood software system.
- Enter and maintain product specifications, components, and manufacturing data.
- Verify the accuracy of material requirements, hardware, foam, fabric, and wood components.
- Collaborate with Product Development, Engineering, Purchasing, and Production to ensure BOM accuracy.
- Review engineering drawings and product specifications to develop manufacturing documentation.
- Process engineering change requests and update BOMs and system data accordingly.
- Maintain organized product records, revision histories, and documentation.
- Assist with new product introductions and ensure products are production-ready.
- Support inventory accuracy by maintaining correct component information.
- Troubleshoot BOM discrepancies and coordinate corrections with cross-functional teams.
- Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline product setup and documentation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Business, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing, product development, engineering support, or production planning preferred.
- Experience creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Experience using Nesterwood or similar manufacturing software preferred.
- Understanding of upholstered furniture manufacturing processes is highly preferred.
- Ability to read engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Required Skills
- Bill of Materials (BOM) creation and maintenance
- Nesterwood software
- Manufacturing documentation
- Data entry and data management
- Product setup and revisions
- Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
- Technical documentation
- Organization and time management
- Cross-functional collaboration
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer.
- Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to walk through manufacturing areas to review products and production processes.
Work Schedule
- Monday – Friday
- 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting Pay: $22.00 per hour
- Eligible for company benefits in accordance with company policy, including health insurance, paid time off, holidays, and 401(k), where applicable.
Success in This Role A successful Product Development Coordinator consistently produces accurate Bills of Materials, maintains precise product data in Nesterwood, supports efficient manufacturing operations, communicates effectively with cross-functional teams, and helps ensure products move seamlessly from development into production.
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
