ASSOCIATE PRODUCT DEVELOPER

Company: Likely, Inc. Location: Pasadena, CA Salary: $70,000 Annually Type: Full Time, On Site (Monday through Friday) About Likely, Inc. Likely Inc. is a Pasadena based design studio and manufacturing partner specializing in luxury packaging and branded merchandise. We are Architects of Packaging, offering end to end services from concept and structural design to sourcing, production, and logistics. We work with some of the most exciting and design forward brands across food, beverage, hospitality, and lifestyle, including Flamingo Estate, EREWHON, Fishwife, and many other industry leading brands. Our team creates packaging and products that not only stand out on the shelf but become part of the culture surrounding the brands we serve. Position Overview We are seeking an Associate Product Developer to join our Pasadena team. This role is ideal for a detail oriented product development professional with experience managing custom packaging and consumer product projects from concept through production. The ideal candidate will have experience developing custom packaging or consumer products and possess a strong understanding of product specifications, artwork files, technical layouts, and manufacturing processes. This position works closely with our China office, partner factories, clients, and internal teams to ensure successful development and execution of projects. Key Responsibilities Manage product and packaging development projects from concept through production. Develop custom packaging solutions including rigid boxes, gift bags, tissue paper, paperboard packaging, metal tins, and other specialty packaging components. Create and review product specifications, technical drawings, artwork layouts, and dielines to ensure manufacturing accuracy. Coordinate closely with our China office and manufacturing partners to communicate project requirements, technical details, timelines, and revisions. Review samples, prototypes, and production submissions to ensure compliance with client requirements and quality standards. Collaborate with sales, design, and operations teams to ensure project alignment and successful execution. Source materials and manufacturing solutions while balancing quality, functionality, and cost objectives. Maintain accurate project documentation, specifications, development records, and approvals. Assist in troubleshooting production and development challenges while proposing practical solutions. Participate in client communications regarding development progress, sampling updates, and production timelines. Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast paced environment. Qualifications 4 to 5 years of experience in product development, packaging development, or a related field. Experience developing custom packaging products such as rigid boxes, gift bags, tissue paper, paperboard packaging, metal tins, glass components, or similar products is highly preferred. Strong understanding of product specifications, technical drawings, artwork preparation, packaging layouts, and dielines. Experience working with overseas manufacturing partners and factories is preferred. Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Self motivated, proactive, and solutions oriented. Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast paced environment. Proficient with Microsoft Office and common project management tools. Experience reviewing packaging artwork files and production ready specifications is a plus. Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and packaging design files is preferred. Bilingual Cantonese or Mandarin is a plus but not required. What We Offer Opportunity to work with some of the most exciting and design forward brands across food, beverage, hospitality, beauty, and lifestyle. Collaborative, creative, and entrepreneurial work environment based in Pasadena, California. Hands on involvement in the development of luxury packaging, branded merchandise, and custom consumer products. Career growth opportunities within a rapidly growing design and manufacturing company. Health benefits available after the probationary period. Exposure to global manufacturing, sourcing, and product development across a wide range of materials and product categories. Direct collaboration with experienced designers, developers, suppliers, and manufacturing partners around the world. #J-18808-Ljbffr