职位描述Design and prototype soft toys, including fabric selection, pattern creation, and material optimization to meet aesthetic and functional requirements.Collaborate with design, production, and QA teams to ensure design feasibility and cost-effectiveness.Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles to enhance production efficiency.Oversee product testing, certification, and compliance with international safety standards ASTM F963, EN71, CPSIA).Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions to reduce defects and customer complaints.Liaise with suppliers in China and overseas to negotiate costs, manage tooling, and ensure timely material procurement.Monitor production line setups and conduct on-site inspections to maintain quality during mass production.Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to meet delivery schedules.Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications and production reports.Frequent travel to manufacturing facilities in mainland China and other regions as needed.Minimum 3–5 years in soft toy manufacturing, with expertise in plush / electronic toy development.Familiarity with soft goods materials, stitching techniques, and prototyping.Proficiency in CAD software Adobe Illustrator) for pattern design.Knowledge of tooling, injection molding, and safety testing protocols.