Sr. Technical Project Manager

Representing Manufacturing/Operations as a core team member on new product core teams, this individual will ensure all stakeholders within the operations functions, and within the project team, are properly represented. Partner with Program Management, R&D, Technical Operations (Manufacturing Sciences and Engineering), and Manufacturing work centers to deliver highly reproducible products and processes.

Job Title: Sr. Technical Project Manager
Location: Rockford, IL 61101 (Onsite)
Duration: 12 months W2 contract with high possibility of extension based on performance and depending on business needs
Pay Range: $45 to $50/Hour on W2
 
Position Summary:

• The primary objective of this position is to represent Rockford Manufacturing/Operations on New Product Introduction (NPI) program core teams.
• This involves managing the technical transfer of new products and processes into successful production.
• This role is responsible for the effective product and manufacturing process development and transfer for new products using project management best practices.
• Representing Manufacturing/Operations as a core team member on new product core teams, this individual will ensure all stakeholders within the operations functions, and within the project team, are properly represented. This requires that all product infrastructure and processes are defined, documented, verified, and managed while reducing manufacturing and operations risk at each phase of the transfer process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent Manufacturing and Operations on new product introduction core teams.
• Partner with Program Management, R&D, Technical Operations (Manufacturing Sciences and Engineering), and Manufacturing work centers to deliver highly reproducible products and processes.
• Develop and maintain detailed plans and schedules for all tasks owned by Manufacturing/Operations.
• Perform manufacturing process design reviews and risk assessments.
• Generation and maintenance of the Manufacturability Index both as a separate deliverable and as part of the project’s Operations Report.
• Create and update documented transfer plans, reports, and status updates.
• Prepare presentations and conduct reviews for Manufacturing/Operations readiness.
• Prepare written work instructions and manufacturing product documentation based on drafts from R&D, Manufacturing, or other sources.
• Implement developmental outputs into product infrastructure, SKU creation, manufacturing process, documentation, and procedures.

Leadership Required:

• Identify and proactively involve the appropriate individuals to participate in the NPI process (including partners and stakeholders at other sites and sometimes in other countries).
• Provide project and program leadership by effectively influencing without direct authority.
• Work together with other areas of the business to identify actions proactively rather than reactively.
• Make certain that all members of the NPI Core and Extended teams are effectively working from the same goals/forecast and are aligned.

Key Challenges:

• Leading and managing without direct authority.
• Understanding and adapting to strategic plans while operating tactically to achieve project plans and deliverables.
• Building relationships between departments and individuals with multiple goals and priorities.
• Motivating people to be responsible and accountable for something that may not be their top priority.
• Finding proactive ways to identify and mitigate project risks and gaps in a constantly changing environment.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• BS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or related field with 5+ years post undergraduate experience.
• Must be highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities and projects
• Requires the ability to influence upwards and across functions and businesses
• Understands overall manufacturing processes and can proactively identify constraints and improvement opportunities
• Understands the key concepts of lean manufacturing and ISO 9001 requirements
• Strong project management skills and knowledge
• PRMS, E1 and/or other ERP experience
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, and V-Lookups) and ability to use Microsoft Project
• Familiar with Design Excellence tools and principles: Six Sigma, DFSS, and DOE
• Familiar with statistical analysis software such as JMP and/or Minitab.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent preferred but not required.

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