PLEASE READ. Did you know that 95% of applicants will not read this section? We receive hundreds of applications, so why not write a nice cover letter and put your application at the top of the list? In fact, applications without a cover letter and answers to the 4 questions listed next are automatically disqualified. But shhh...this is a test!

THE FOUR SCREENING QUESTIONS FOR YOUR COVER LETTER:

1. Are you legally able to work in Canada?
2. What is your favourite product from our stationery collection?
3. Pick one of the core values and tell us about how you've demonstrated it in your life.
4. Tell us the one thing that would make you the perfect fit for this role.

Our CORE VALUES guide our team and shape our culture. These values form the cultural foundation of our company and the standard that guides all of us. 1. Learn new things - Takes on new challenges with enthusiasm.

2. Pursue mastery - Relentlessly works on improving skills.

3. Own your sh*t - Apologies without ego.

4. Be a part of the solution - Bring a solution for every problem.

5. Put in the work - Do whatever it takes to get extraordinary results.

About Us

At Ferris Wheel Press, our mission is to Make Fancy Fun. We're passionate about storytelling and dedicated to bringing magic back to traditional writing. We create the world’s most sought-

after premium collectible stationery, proudly collaborating with iconic global brands to inspire creativity around the world.

We are looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented, and creatively minded Product

Development Associate to join our Product Development team. This role supports the full product lifecycle from concept development through production helping bring beautifully crafted stationery products to life. You will work closely with design, production, QC, and external manufacturing partners to ensure every product meets our creative vision and quality standards.

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THE JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. Development Duties:

● Create and maintain product launch calendar and detailed work-back timeline.





● Maintain a thorough understanding of product details and specifications, including digital file and technical requirements for production.

● Research new product categories, manufacturers, and order samples.

● Organize and maintain archival library of FWP products, samples, and prototypes.

2. Vendor Relations:

● Place orders and track proforma invoices/purchase orders.

● Communicate with local and overseas vendors for arrangement of samples, drafts,

communicate revisions to designs (2D and 3D), ordering, and logistics.

● Communicate effectively with vendors, adjusting to their local business hours as needed.

● Oversee production processes to ensure quality and timely delivery.

● Foster and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure smooth project execution.

3. Quality Assurance and Coordination:

● Work closely with internal production/QC teams, design team, and external vendors/manufacturers to uphold product and packaging quality standards.

● Communicate feedback and resolve quality issues promptly, ensuring all products meet our quality requirements.

● Develop and implement rigorous quality control protocols in partnership with vendors and internal teams.

4. Project Management:

● Coordinate cross-functional product development projects by maintaining project timelines, tracking key milestones, and ensuring deliverables remain on schedule.

● Manage and update internal project trackers, development schedules, and cross-

functional databases to ensure data accuracy and visibility across teams.

● Lead cross-functional project coordination by ensuring timely communication between internal stakeholders.

5. Licensed Projects:

● Support the coordination of Licensed Project execution,



including draft submissions,

compiling, interpreting, clarifying, and communicating feedback between the Dev team and the licensor.

● Arrange shipment of samples to and from licensors/manufacturers.

● Maintain understanding of licensor requirements and guidelines to ensure design compliance.

General Responsibilities

● Undertake reasonable responsibilities in support of overall company growth and product line expansion.

● Undertake all other reasonable duties assigned by the direct supervisor/manager with dedication and professionalism.

Assets:

● Has 3–5 years of hands-on experience in product development, production, sourcing, or project support roles in consumer goods or creative industries.

● Strong communicator, written and verbal.

● Organized, familiar with Google Sheets (creating Gantt charts, pivot tables, etc.).

● Proficient in English and Mandarin and/or Cantonese.

● Proficiency with Adobe Suites/editing software and illustration skills, to facilitate communication of feedback and design edits.

● Comfortable translating design feedback and technical specifications in English and

Chinese.

● Familiar with popular licensed properties, pop-culture, and anime. Fan/collector.

● Has an appreciation for design, storytelling, and collectible consumer products

(stationery or licensed products is a plus).

● Knows the difference between stationery/stationary, they're/there, your/you're, and HATES it when someone gets it wrong.

Ferris Wheel Press is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person Pay: $22.00-$26.00 per hour

Advantages

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Product Developer (Markham)
🏢 Ferris Wheel Press
📍 Markham