Upholstery Product Development Specialist
- Develop and refine upholstery prototypes including frames, foam, and patterns.
- Collaborate with Design, Engineering, and R&D teams to resolve technical challenges.
- Support production teams with new product launches and troubleshooting.
Description
Who we are:
With a deep connection to the Australian way of life, Jardan is an Australian owned business that supports local manufacturing. We drive the simple mission of making beautiful furniture pieces with a sustainable and responsible approach. What started as a team of eight has now grown to over 200 that all live and breathe a collaborative ethos. In operation since 1987, every Jardan piece is researched, designed, crafted and assembled at our Production site in Melbourne, retaining skills whilst focusing on a premium made to order process bound by sustainability and quality.
What we are looking for:
Join our Engineering team as an Upholstery Product Development Specialist, reporting to the Head of Engineering. Based at our Scoresby HQ, you’ll will support the R&D and Engineering teams in the development and refinement of new and existing products. This role involves hands-on prototyping, pattern making, and assisting in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and product quality.
What the role entails:
- Develop and refine upholstery prototypes, including frames, foam, patterns and upholstery assembly.
- Support fabric pattern development and digitisation using Gerber AccuMark.
- Collaborate with Design, Engineering and R&D teams to develop products and resolve technical challenges.
- Test and refine prototypes to meet design, comfort, durability and manufacturing requirements.
- Coordinate prototype schedules and milestones to support timely product launches.
- Maintain BOMs, technical documentation and legacy product updates using digital tools.
- Identify opportunities to improve products, materials, manufacturing processes and digital workflows.
- Support production teams with new product launches, troubleshooting and training.
- Assist Customer Support with technical upholstery queries.
- Track prototype progress and contribute to SOPs and consistent manufacturing processes.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Degree or diploma in Industrial Design, Engineering or Upholstery, or equivalent experience.
- Experience with CAD software (Autodesk Inventor preferred) and Gerber AccuMark.
- Strong upholstery, furniture-making and product design experience.
- Practical problem-solving skills with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
- Strong attention to detail, organisation and time management, with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Reliable, proactive communicator who builds strong working relationships and contributes positively to the team.
What we provide:
We are proud of our people what their individual talents are, and we reward our people right from the very beginning. We will provide you with:
- Beautiful work spaces
- A great team environment who all work as one
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Generous staff discounts on both furniture and homewares
- Refer a friend payment incentive on applicable roles
How to apply:
Please email your resume to our People and Culture team, jobs@jardan.com.au
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Jardan acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which our workspaces are located. We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present, and the Aboriginal Elders of other communities.
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