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Product Development Assistant Jobs in Hopatcong, NJ

AMETEK, Inc.

Product Management - Intern

Wayne, NJ · On-site

Collaborate with internal and external teams throughout the development stages of our high-speed ... cases * Assist in testing, validating and documenting new features Position Requirements:

UFC Gym

Assistant General Manager

Wayne, NJ · On-site

$16.49 - $45/hr

Personal Production, Weekend Management/Leadership, Staffing, Training, and Performance Management ... Participate and provide gym specific input into the development of the gym financial, expense, and ...

UFC Gym

Assistant General Manager

Wayne, NJ · On-site

$16.49 - $45/hr

Personal Production, Weekend Management/Leadership, Staffing, Training, and Performance Management ... Participate and provide gym specific input into the development of the gym financial, expense, and ...

Komline

R&D Engineer

Peapack, NJ · On-site

The Research & Development Engineer plays a key role in advancing stormwater management ... Develop knowledge of competitive technologies to support product improvements and assist sales ...

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How much do product development assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for product development assistant in Hopatcong, NJ is $23.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $24.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a product development assistant do?

A product development assistant performs a wide range of duties to support product developers with the design and development of new products. As a product development assistant, your responsibilities may include creating customer product manuals, conducting research into product improvements, and testing prototypes of new products. The qualifications for a career as a product development assistant vary depending on the work environment and employer, but typically require a bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field and relevant experience. You may also find entry-level positions with a high school diploma and on-the-job training. Additional qualifications include project management and organizational skills, knowledge of manufacturing and production processes, and problem-solving abilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a product development assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Product Development Assistant, you need a solid understanding of product lifecycle management, strong organizational skills, and typically a degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools (like Asana or Trello), Microsoft Office Suite, and sometimes basic knowledge of design software is important. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally are standout soft skills in this position. These abilities ensure smooth coordination of product activities, timely project execution, and effective support for product managers and development teams.

What are the typical challenges a product development assistant faces when coordinating between cross-functional teams?

Product Development Assistants often act as a bridge between departments such as design, marketing, and manufacturing. A common challenge in this role is ensuring clear communication and alignment on project timelines, specifications, and changes. Balancing multiple priorities while managing feedback from various stakeholders requires strong organizational skills and adaptability. Successful assistants are proactive in clarifying expectations and quickly addressing any issues that may arise, helping to keep projects on track.
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Infographic showing various Product Development Assistant job openings in Hopatcong, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,814 per year, or $23.5 per hour.

Product Development/Merchandising Opportunities- ALL LEVELS!

New Providence, NJ • On-site

Horizon Group USA, Inc.
Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Horizon Group USA, Inc.external

$120K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Our business is growing and so are our teams!  We may have a variety of roles/levels available in the near future, so please do not hesitate to apply!  Please note that our product roles do need to work in a hybrid capacity from our New Providence, NJ office approximately 2-3 days per week.  If you have a passion for product and merchandising, we'd love to hear from you!

Position Overview:

As a part of our Product Development/ Creative Merchandising teams, you will be responsible for managing the development of product from concept to creation. These roles are dynamic to say the least, as it embodies both product development, brand management, merchandising and overall business ownership. To be successful in this role, you must have a good understanding of the product life cycle and have the ability to work within tight deadlines while managing multiple products at once. Ideal candidates will have experience in toys, arts & crafts, accessories, or similar industry.

Responsibilities may include (depending on job level):

  • Focus on new ideation and concept generation of new brands/programs/product extensions to fill missing category voids.
  • Conduct market research to identify current and upcoming trends, retail gaps in product and packaging, and perform competitive retail landscape.
  • Continually identify and drive improvements in existing product lines to ultimately deliver a better-performing product, drive cost savings, and increase product appeal and retail sales.
  • Collaborate with merchandising, design and product engineering team members to generate and execute new product and packaging concepts. Collaborate with design team members to generate style guide direction, oversee product and packaging creation.
  • Produce trend and concept boards as needed for new product and customer meetings. Provide direction to support team to create presentations, including mock-up samples, prototypes and presentation boards. Also, oversee preparation of other presentation support tools like trend boards and retail competitive analysis.
  • Perform margin analysis on programs and work with merchandising team members to continually improve overall financial performance of SKU’s.
  • Oversee daily communication with overseas office on issues of new product development/sourcing, costing & price negotiations and sampling/prototyping. 
  • Assist in providing item, costing and margin information to sales team on programs.
  • Accompany sales team on presentations and sales calls as needed.
  • Relate customer feedback to design and overseas teams to adjust artwork, packaging, retail price points and margins.
  • Review and comment on all production approval samples and work with overseas office to correct all issues before items go into production.
  • Monitor and analyze POS of active SKU’s to carve out upcoming product improvement and line plan alteration strategies.
  • Work with testing/compliance team on new and existing products to make sure products are safe, age-appropriate and properly labeled for retail.


What You’ll Bring:

  • Product development/product management experience in a CPG or retail company required (toys, arts & crafts, accessories, etc. strongly preferred)
  • Sourcing, Costing, in-house Product Development experience required
  • Experience communicating with overseas suppliers required
  • Advanced skills in Powerpoint and Excel required
  • Ability to work on tight deadlines and fast paced environment required
  • Strong attention to details required
  • Strong sense of trends, fashion, color, and design required
  • Ability to work from our New Providence, NJ office in a hybrid capacity required

*Please note, salary range will vary depending on job level and experience.*

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