Associate Product Developer - Bags & Accessories

At CALPAK, we’re all about creating travel essentials that make every journey easier—and we’re looking for an Associate Product Developer to help bring our ideas to life. You’ll play a hands-on role across the full product cycle, from tracking samples and lab dips to managing packaging approvals and vendor communication.

No two days are the same—you’ll be reviewing prototypes, giving feedback on materials, and keeping projects on track. Most importantly, you’ll help ensure every CALPAK product meets our high standards for quality, cost, and design.

If you’re detail-oriented, organized, and excited to see ideas turn into real products, we’d love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities:

Sample Management & Tracking

• Open, log, and track all incoming and outgoing samples and packages daily.
• Measure, review, and organize incoming samples; route for internal comments/approvals.
• Identify discrepancies or issues and escalate to the Product Development Manager.
• Consolidate and send clear sample comments to vendors.
• Maintain organized archives of prototypes, final samples, and PP samples for reference.

·        Maintain and organize swatches, and production room

Lab Dips & Color Management

• Own lab dip/strike-off process from request to final approval.
• Create and maintain seasonal color cards and distribute internally.
• Maintain lab dip board with accurate standard references.
• Keep lab dip tracker and product/color names updated across internal files and vendor communications.

Development & Milestone Tracking

• Update PD tracker daily with sample ETAs and milestone status
• Maintain WIP records and flag delays or gaps to the PD Manager
• Ensure vendors follow correct templates, layouts, and hang tag requirements on all submits

Vendor & Material Coordination

• Support sourcing of raw materials and components with current and new vendors
• Assist in material evaluation and provide feedback on quality, fit, and feasibility
• Help with transitioning to new materials when needed

Packaging Coordination

• Manage development and approval process for all hang tags, labels, and packaging, collaborating with vendors and cross-functional teams
• Review packaging submissions and provide comments/approvals, including carton markings and hang tags
• Partner with nominated packaging suppliers and internal production teams to ensure compliance with packaging requirements

Internal Communication & Documentation

• Update Notion briefs and notify the Marketing team once updates are complete
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date BOMs and internal documentation
• Create and Maintain seasonal Line Sheets and distribute accordingly

Additional Support

• Provide general support to the team as needed
• Proactively identify process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce errors

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in Product Development or a related field
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Excel, Notion, and PLM systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent multitasking ability
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to lift and handle packages up to 10–15 lbs
• Genuine passion and enthusiasm for product development

Why CALPAK: Benefits & Perks

• Annual bonus plan
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• 401K w/ company matching
• Life insurance & Disability coverage
• Accrued paid time off & floating holidays
• Monthly wellness credits
• Dog friendly office
• Employee discount
• Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to other requirements and conditions