Project Manager

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Project Manager with expertise in product development to lead and oversee projects from concept to production in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing timelines, budgets, and cross-functional teams to ensure the successful launch of new products while continuously improving existing product lines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead product development projects from ideation to production, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, R&D, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain project plans, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies to ensure smooth execution.
• Oversee prototype development, testing, and validation to ensure product performance and manufacturability.
• Act as the primary point of contact between stakeholders, customers, and vendors to align project goals and expectations.
• Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and company policies throughout the product lifecycle.
• Utilize project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet) to track progress, identify bottlenecks, and report key metrics.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• 3+ years of project management experience in a manufacturing and product development environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, product design, and production requirements.
• Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and Stage-Gate processes.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, PMP preferred).
• Knowledge of CAD, ERP, and PLM systems is a plus.