Product Development Coordinator

Please note: This is a full-time, on site position based in Fullerton.

Overview of Job Description:

The Product Development Project Coordinator is responsible for assisting and supporting all phases of Food, Wine and Gift packaging development from Concept to Production. The coordinator assists the Project Manager, tracking timelines and milestones for multiple items in various stages of development throughout the year. This position interfaces with several departments and vendors to obtain product information to meet timelines.

Primary Tasks and Responsibilities:

Assist with maintaining all Product Development and schedules and timelines

Setup, maintain and update all Product Development Files.

Assist with Managing multiple projects at different stages of the development process.

Prepare Nutritional and technical file Inserts using Adobe Illustrator.

Create new component sheets for all Product Development packages.

Assist with proofing of all artwork, legal and FDA information on packaging, labels and informational sheets.

Review all vendor print proofs for mass production.

Create contents labels for towers/gifts (Wholesale & WC) using Adobe Illustrator and Bartender.

Assist with maintaining Nutritional & Kosher Libraries and Product files with updates.

Manage and support Label Group communications and requests to meet all Production timelines.

Manage Wine Label development process and prepare all documents for proofing review and annual approvals.

Secondary Tasks and Responsibilities

Work closely with Purchasing team to obtain all Nutritional information: NFPs, ingredients and allergens/declarations.

Assist with proofing all Export labels and documentation.

Provide administrative support to the Project Manager as needed.

Assist with gathering all regulatory documents and cataloging.

Follow-up with all teams on outstanding deliverables to meet timelines.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Possess strong written and verbal communication skills

Possess a Basic understanding of Project Management

Ability to understand product specifications and measurements.

Ability to Type 40 WPM or More

Highly Proficient with: MS-Office: Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint

Ability to creative and maintain complex/detailed spreadsheets

Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator (preferred, but will train)

Ability to Multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Possess a clear sense of ownership and accountability in your responsibilities

Must enjoy the fast-paced, driven environment and work efficiently to meet stringent deadlines

Possess attention to detail, problem-solving and accuracy.

Excellent time management skills.

Ability to prioritize and manage daily workload.

Work over-time as needed voluntary and mandatory.

Education:

College Degree AA or equivalent work experience

Project Management courses