Manage the cross functional team to ensure NPI activities and product launches are “non-events"
Lead the build core team meetings to coordinate all aspects of prototype builds, set build plans and evaluate constraints. Lead, guide, and mentor junior team members
Drive material readiness with supply chain and material planning teams
Provide direction to project engineers for priorities and trial requirements
Coordinate with process and quality engineers to support new product roll outs
Own product roadmaps and perform cost analyses to reduce product cost and manage inventory
Aid in the development and roll-out of robust NPI procedures and processes
Achieve OKR(s) relating to: scope, schedule, cost, yield, rate, and capacity
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience
Evidence of exceptional ability managing multiple complex programs/projects simultaneously
3+yrs. experience in mix of engineering and Project Management fields
Experience in Production/Manufacturing environment (semi-automated preferred)
Production Operations Knowledge - Has a firm understanding of how complex production lines operate including key items such as industrial workings between facilities/departments, line balance, OEE, error proofing, etc
Excellent verbal and written communication skills that are tailored to various audiences: executive, non-technical and technical team members
Ability to work cross-functionally and manage large teams
Works well under pressure and can manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Various other activities as assigned to support NPI and/or other production departments