Product Lifecycle Management Specialist

Product Lifecycle Management Specialist

Our Eden Prairie, MN food manufacturing client is looking to hire a Product Lifecycle Management Specialist (PLM Specialist). The Product Lifecycle Management Specialist is responsible for developing and maintaining product information. This position is responsible for: maintenance of product files in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, responding to internal/external technical inquiries and maintenance of PLM system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Originate and maintain product information. Manage new product setup and change process.
• Maintain PLM program and ensure supporting processes are being followed.
• Maintain and conduct training for PLM system
• Support Continuous Improvement.
• Assist in personnel training on newly developed SOPs and policies.
• Remain current on matters relating to production methods, analytical techniques and applicable regulations as they relate to company products.
• Qualified and trained individual will provide as a back-up in the event of an absence of other employees.
• Direct contact with Leadership, R&D, Operations, Sales, Purchasing and Corporate/Plant Quality departments as well as external contacts with vendors, customers and government agencies.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as needed.
• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree of equivalent in Food Safety, Science or Engineering
• 4-5 years' experience in manufacturing quality at a plant and corporate level.
• Highly organized and detailed oriented with the ability to track short and long term projects, work independently and balance multiple priorities.
• Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Safe Quality Food (SQF) and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).
• HACCP and SQF certifications desired.
• Experience with ERP systems preferred.
• Basic product knowledge specific to the food industry.