Product Developer

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Full Time MN02, Chanhassen, MN, US

Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! At The Bernard Group, we work to wow. As a visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production, we come together as a team to win big for some of the most successful brands in the world. Since we’re an employee-owned company, we don’t just list our values, we live them, providing the highest-quality products and services day in and day out.

And we do it all with sustainable materials carefully sourced from eco-friendly partners that support social change and community involvement.

We are looking for an experienced Product Developer to join our team. You’ll be part of a talented group that collaborates to deliver world class products to our customers. In this role, you will provide innovative mechanical designs, concepts, and prototypes of in-store displays and graphics for Retail, Brand Marketers & Intermediaries (i.e. Fixture Manufacturers). This position requires basic knowledge and capabilities of prototype development and will work closely with internal teams including Sales, Design, and Engineering, as well as Estimating, Sourcing, and Production, to accomplish this task.

You will also act as lead to counsel team members on proper build techniques and methods.

• high school diploma or GED required.
• preferred experience in Engineering, CAD, Drafting, or similar trade.
• high mechanical aptitude required.
• proficiency withPC skills using MS Windows, required.
• experience working with computer aided design and drafting tools preferred.
• experience working with wood, laminates, veneers, solid plastics, adhesives, and many fasteners.
• the ability to read and interpret engineering, production, and shop drawings.

• pay close attention to details so you are able to complete projects accurately within deadlines, while meeting Company quality standards
• be self-motivated, a fast learner, and show initiative to seek out customer and corporate needs
• have the ability to work independently, make decisions and solve problems independently, effectively and creatively to meet tight deadlines
• apply effective time management and self-management skills
• understand and maintain the confidential nature of company, employee and customer information
• be proficient with basic hand tools, along with being comfortable around larger machines and equipment
• adapt quickly to new equipment and manufacturing techniques
• collaborate well with co workers and departments to create new and innovative solutions

• design, build, and test prototypes according to customer requirements and/or vision.
• learn about the raw materials and manufacturing process of display components, including injection molding, plastics (vacuum form and extrusions), wood cabinetry and framing, and metal/wire.
• operate proficiently on small equipment, saws, drills, heat benders, etc. in a safe and efficient manner.
• ensure accurate and timely documentation of prototype information for production replication in Solid Works (preferred).
• take direction and learn from Lead, Senior, and Product Developers regarding proper operation, practices, and techniques of shop equipment.
• participate in preventive maintenance for department equipment, keeping them in good operating condition.
• assist Fixture Development Manger in organization, communication, and…