The role requires blending of skills in manufacturing, design and business. The process by which we manufacture can be as innovative as the products we create. We work by going very wide on process options and quickly narrowing. This requires the ability to see both detail and broad picture mixed with a willingness to try the impossible.Responsibilities/ Deliverables Include:Creation of the manufacturing process from raw material to final assemblyDetermine tooling / equipment requirementsEstablish cycle time and other key cost driversManufacturing technology roadmapSupplier technical assessments Evaluate lessons learned and conduct post mortem reviews of prior programsBudgetary and cost estimationProject ownership from initial concepts through the mass production phase