Weylandts Furniture Cape Town (Pty) Ltd Current Job Vacancy – Apply Here!

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3 Oct, 2024

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Design Jobs in South Africa

As the interior design division of Weylandts, Weylandtstudio offers a turnkey service that transforms residential, commercial, and hospitality spaces into places that breathe with soul and substance. The studio’s bold, refined interior designs combine signature Weylandts products with other bespoke items and customizable finishes to bring a client’s vision to life in a uniquely personal way.

 

 

 

 

Job Title: Junior Product Developer
Location: Cape Town
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Design Services, Retail
Reference: 108444

 

Vacancy Details

The Junior Product Developer plays a crucial support role in the product development process, assisting the Product Developer in managing the product development of new furniture and homeware products from initial design approval through to delivery of product. This position involves communication with local and international suppliers, ensure timely sampling and costing, and maintain up-to-date documentation. The Junior Product Developer will aid in the preparation of technical specifications, technical drawings and assembly instructions. By ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all product-related tasks, this role contributes to the successful execution of new product initiatives.

This position will be based in Greenpoint, Cape Town.

Main accountabilities:

  • Assist the Product Developer with collating Briefs for local and international suppliers on new product designs for development once the designs are approved.
  • Following up on sampling and costing to ensuring internal deadlines are met by suppliers.
  • With the help of suppliers, assist with putting together assembly instructions where needed as part of spec briefs.
  • Ensure the filing system is kept up to date on all product development designs/briefs and signed off specs.
  • Prepare and update spec sheets outlining all product information on each new product for signoff by supplier and buyer – cross checking for accuracy.
  • Work closely with the Product Developer to assist in ensuring all new product information is relayed timeously to ensure a successful product launch.
  • Assist the product developer in putting together technical drawing for New Product briefs.
  • Facilitate communication between suppliers and internal teams to streamline feedback and resolve any issues.
  • Prepare additional documentation such as presentations for internal meetings or supplier briefings as needed.
  • Help evaluate prototypes and samples, providing feedback on design, functionality, and materials.
  • Help coordinate with production teams to ensure manufacturing processes align with product specifications.


Technical Skills:

  • A 3-year diploma in drafting, industrial design
  • Technical knowledge of design software e.g. AutoCAD, Fusion.
  • A minimum of 1-2 years working experience in product development, project coordination or design.
  • He or she will demonstrate a passion for materials, furniture construction and design; will be creative & passionate about the Weylandts brand, eager to use their skills to maximise the brand look and sales potential.
  • Comprehensive Microsoft office skills are required.
  • This person is well organized and able to juggle multiple projects in at a time.
  • This role will require a driver’s license and own reliable transport.

 

To Apply

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Application Deadline: October 21 2024


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