Scanavo · 4 days ago
Production & Development Coordinator - Collector’s Editions
Manhattan, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expScanavo is seeking a high-energy, organized, and detail-oriented Production & Development Coordinator to support the development, sampling, and production of collector’s editions. This role involves managing the end-to-end development process while ensuring projects align with quality expectations and stay on schedule and budget.
Industrial DesignManufacturingPackaging Services
Hiring Manager
Dan Aoki
Responsibilities
Coordinate the end-to-end development process for collector’s edition concepts, from initial idea through production
Manage sample requests, revisions, approvals, and timelines across multiple product formats
Track iterations of tooling, materials, colors, finishes, and packaging during development
Ensure development aligns with design intent, safety standards, and cost targets
Serve as the primary point of contact with clients and overseas factories for assigned projects
Communicate clear development briefs, timelines, and expectations to clients and factory partners
Follow up regularly to ensure factories remain on task and on schedule
Review factory feedback, flag risks, and propose solutions to keep projects moving forward
Monitor critical milestones (samples, tooling, pre-production, production readiness)
Identify potential delays early and work with internal teams and factories to resolve them
Coordinate internal approvals across design, brand, and leadership
Qualification
Required
2–5 years of experience in production coordination, product development, or sourcing—preferably in toys, collectibles, consumer products, or hard goods
Experience working with overseas factories, especially in China
Strong understanding of product development and sampling workflows
Excellent organisational and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable working across time zones and with cross-functional teams
Proficiency with project tracking tools (Excel, SharePoint, Basecamp, etc)
Positive 'Can Do' attitude
Company
Scanavo
Scanavo is a container and packaging manufacturing company that provides packaging solutions, product management, and distribution services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase