We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Product Designer to lead the design and development of innovative flooring products. In this role, you will be responsible for translating market trends, customer needs, and brand direction into compelling flooring designs within the resilient flooring category. The ideal candidate combines a strong sense of aesthetics with technical understanding and industry knowledge to create products that are both beautiful and manufacturable.

JOB DUTIES:

Research and analyze flooring trends, materials, colors, and finishes to inform new product development.

Design and develop flooring collections that align with brand positioning and customer preferences.

Create detailed design specifications, renderings, material samples, and color palettes.

Collaborate with product development, marketing, sales, and manufacturing teams to bring concepts to market.

Source and evaluate new materials, finishes, and technologies relevant to flooring design.

Participate in product reviews and iterate designs based on stakeholder feedback.

Ensure all designs meet functional, aesthetic, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Support marketing teams with product storytelling, visualizations, and creative launch materials.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively. Strong customer service focus and problem-solving abilities to address client concerns and deliver superior customer experience. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team to achieve shared goals. Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s or similar degree in Industrial Design, Interior Design, Textile Design, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in product design, preferably within the flooring or interior finishes industry. Strong portfolio showcasing relevant design projects, material exploration, and finished products. Proficient in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite or AVA. Knowledge of flooring materials, construction methods, and manufacturing processes is a plus. Excellent visual, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Passion for design, innovation, and staying ahead of market trends.

Experience working with global suppliers and manufacturers.

Understanding consumer behavior and user experience in residential or commercial flooring.

Physical Demands:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

Sit for prolonged periods Repetitive motion of hands/wrists/fingers Concentrate and repeat the same physical activities over and over Move between different physical locations within buildings Push, pull, carry and lift in the normal course of work Lift, move and carry product samples for review, customer setup or staging purposes

Mental Demands:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

Think analytically and be exact or highly accurate Make decisions such as to identify complex problems Develop options and implement solutions Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADAAA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards Pay attention to and remember details Communicate effectively including active listening to understand points being made

Work Environment:

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions with standard level of noise common to an office environment including office equipment and co-workers speaking to each other and on phones. Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment when entering the floor of manufacturing facilities based on the specific requirements of each location.

AHF PRODUCTS:

AHF Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

AHF Products is a leading hard surface flooring manufacturer in the USA with a family of trusted brands serving the residential and commercial hardwood, tile, and vinyl flooring markets. With decades of experience in award-winning flooring design, product development, manufacturing, and service, we create quality flooring to last for generations through inspiring designs, innovation, and a deep commitment to outstanding customer service. Our residential flooring brands include Bruce®, Armstrong Flooring™, Hartco®, Robbins®, LM Flooring ®, Capella®, HomerWood®, Hearthwood®, Raintree®, Autograph®, Emily Morrow Home®, tmbr®, Crossville®, and Crossville Studios®. Our commercial brands include Bruce Contract™, Hartco Contract™, AHF Contract®, Armstrong Flooring, Parterre®, Crossville® and Crossville Studios®. Headquartered in Mountville, Pennsylvania, with manufacturing operations across the United States and in Cambodia, AHF Products employs over 3,000 dedicated team members.