Project manager (Power Solutions Group)

NPI Manager to assume overall responsibility for all activities related to the smooth, efficient and successful launch of new products for the Power Solutions business, including prototype/initial builds, documentation required for appropriate processes, fixtures and tooling, final package for test engineering, and introduction into manufacturing.

• Ensure effective transition from Development Engineering to Manufacturing to New Product Introduction.
• Utilize the design for six sigma / toll gate processes to ensure all deliverables associated with the manufacturing process are met for product launches.
• Coordinate and transfer/transition manufacturing processes to production factories in Mexico or China
• Research, evaluate and implement new manufacturing processes and techniques to support next generation products.
• Effective launch of new products and acceptance by the marketplace at target profit margins, ensure the delivery of sample case to meet the urgent customer requirements.
• Guide the development process to ensure multi-functional participation in the design process. Specifically, increase the level of engagement of sourcing, manufacturing engineering, test engineering, and quality so that the “design-in” results in a manufacturable, cost-effective product (v. trying to improve these factors post-release).
• Work with Directors of Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure that designs are reviewed, signed off, and key entrance/exit criteria are met.
• Ability to travel internationally up to 30%.