Industrial Design Product Specialist - Color, M...

@ MasterBrand Cabinets LLC

Company Description

For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories. As the number one North American residential cabinet business, our culture of continuous improvement and commitment to quality is driven by over 14,000 associates across more than 20 manufacturing facilities and offices.

Job Description

The Industrial Design Product Specialist - CMF plays a critical role in shaping the visual and tactile experience of MasterBrand products. This role involves strategic development of color, material, and finish, supporting new product innovation and ensuring design intent is translated into technical specifications and vendor collaborations. Candidates will lead CMF initiatives aligned with brand identity, market trends, and manufacturing capabilities, while also supporting usability studies and aesthetic analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Color, Material and Finish design projects aligned with brand and manufacturing needs.
• Develop and maintain finish palettes, material specifications, and color standards.
• Collaborate with suppliers to source and refine suitable materials.
• Translate trend insights into actionable CMF strategies for innovation.
• Create compelling visual presentations including mood boards and prototypes.
• Manage documentation and governance for consistency across portfolio.
• Support ergonomic and usability studies with material interaction focus.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for comprehensive CMF integration.
• Monitor 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 a 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, CMF strategy, and presentation layout.
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Highly organized and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

This position is based in Jasper, IN, operating on a hybrid schedule requiring on-site presence 3 days per week. Relocation assistance may be considered. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is renowned for its inclusive hiring practices and commitment to equal opportunity employment.

For accommodations or additional questions, please contact us at hr@masterbrand.com.

Key skills/competency

• CMF
• Industrial Design
• Color
• Material
• Finish
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Autodesk
• Usability
• Vendor Collaboration
• Project Management