Industrial Design Product Specialist – Color, M... @ MasterBrand Cabinets LLC
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Company Description
For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories. With stylish products, an expansive dealer and retail network, and a dedicated team of over 14,000 associates across 20+ manufacturing facilities and offices, MasterBrand is the number one North American residential cabinet business.
Visit www.masterbrand.com to learn more and join us in building great experiences together!
Job Description
The Industrial Design Product Specialist – CMF Focus plays a critical role in shaping the visual and tactile experience of MasterBrand products. The role involves supporting new product innovation and managing the product development funnel through strategic development of color, material, and finish.
- Lead CMF design projects ensuring alignment with brand strategy.
- Develop finish palettes, material specifications, and color standards.
- Collaborate with suppliers to source and refine quality materials.
- Translate trend insights into actionable CMF strategies.
- Create visual presentations including mood boards, finish samples, and prototype mockups.
- Manage CMF documentation and governance processes.
- Support ergonomic and usability studies focused on material interaction.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams including engineering, sourcing, and marketing.
- Maintain awareness of competitive landscape and emerging CMF technologies.
- Travel up to 20% for vendor visits, trade shows, and industry events.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Interior Design, Engineering, or related field; 2+ years of experience in CMF or design-related roles; proficiency in Autodesk tools, Adobe Creative Suite, and kitchen design software (e.g., 20/20 Design); strong understanding of design thinking and presentation layout; experience with project management tools; excellent communication and collaboration skills; highly organized and adaptable in a fast-paced environment; ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
Equal Employment Opportunity
MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. The company prohibits discrimination and harassment based on any protected category and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. For accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact [email protected].
Key skills/competency
Industrial Design Product Specialist – CMF Focus: CMF, design, color, material, finish, innovation, usability, project management, Autodesk, Adobe.
How to Get Hired at MasterBrand Cabinets LLC
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research MasterBrand's culture: Study their mission, values, and recent news.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight CMF and design experience clearly.
- Showcase software skills: Emphasize Autodesk, Adobe, and 20/20 Design proficiency.
- Prepare design portfolio: Include mood boards and project samples.
- Practice interview insights: Focus on teamwork and project management examples.