Lead Mattress Upholstery Design & Development

Lead Mattress Upholstery Design & Development Join our dynamic team at Elite Comfort Solutions, a global leader in foam technology. We specialize in the development of innovative consumer and industrial products using custom design polyurethane foam technology. Our mission is to bring comfort and performance to the next level through quality manufacturing and outstanding customer service. We are seeking a technical & detail-oriented individual to join our product development team as Lead – Mattress Upholstery Design & Development. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in designing innovative and high-quality covers for mattresses, toppers, and pillows, combining aesthetic design with technical expertise to create visually appealing and functional products. So what will you be doing as Lead Mattress Upholstery Design & Development: Own the cover design process for mattresses, toppers, and pillow covers, from initial concept to production ready covers, ensuring they meet aesthetic and functional requirements. Collaborate closely with marketing, creative services, commercial, sourcing, and vendors, to ensure manufacturable and cost-effective designs. Experiment with different materials and textures to achieve the desired look, feel and functionality for the covers. Establish relationships with key fabric/cut and sew vendors, both domestic and overseas, to create concepts/prototypes/samples needed. Deliver product specifications/details for use in product development, quoting, and as final product specifications. Manage multiple projects, concept through completion, on time and on budget. To be successful in this role, you will need: Bachelor's degree in Textile Design, Fashion Design, or a related field. Or equivalent experience in lieu of degree Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in mattress cover design. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CAD software, Microsoft Office Prior textile/fabric construction and development. Familiarity with industry standards and regulations for textile products. Ability to think creatively and develop innovative textile solutions. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Strong understanding of fabric types, production techniques, excellent attention to detail with a keen eye for color and pattern. Ability to present design concepts to internal and external customer groups. Travel as needed to various trade shows, ECS and customer locations, including possible overseas vendors. Equal Employment Opportunity/Veteran/Disability Employer Applicants in the United States: Leggett & Platt Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need accessibility or assistance to apply for career opportunities through this site, please email us to ensure your inquiry is directed to a member of the Human Resources Staff. #J-18808-Ljbffr Brio Energy