NPI Manager

Phillips Medisize is seeking anNPI Project Engineering Managerto lead a team focused on New Product Introduction onsite in Maumelle, AR. As the NPI Project Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for introducing new products at the campus. In this role you will have P&L responsibilities for the NPI team as well as be a primary contact for our customers.

At Phillips Medisize, our goal is to create value for others. We empower every team member to hear, feel and see the quality in every action we take. By incorporating quality into the design of products and processes and predicting potential quality problems before manufacturing and delivering the product, we can create mutual benefit.

• Provide leadership and direction to the NPI Engineering team, including people management functions (performance management, recruiting, hiring, career development) and ensuring alignment with team goals
• Oversee engineering activities, including project coordination, cost estimating, and development of automated solutions to meet program expectations
• Plan and implement new manufacturing processes and improvements for current and future production lines
• Lead problem-solving initiatives, such as lean manufacturing and six sigma projects, to optimize process flows and drive efficiency
• Manage projects from initiation through completion, including planning, quoting, and execution to ensure objectives are met
• Foster effective communication across internal and external stakeholders, including customers, departments, and broader teams
• Facilitate collaboration between quality, engineering, and operations to ensure seamless project integration
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and best practices in manufacturing to enhance facility operations
• Proactively identify and address safety concerns, integrating safety systems into manufacturing processes

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in New Product Introduction, project management, and/or engineering systems
• 3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience, preferably in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering systems and processes, with experience using project management tools, methodologies, and practices

• Experience in FDA-regulated medical device manufacturing, with a strong focus on process control equipment and compliance standards
• Expertise in defining and developing manufacturing solutions, including robotics and automated systems, to enhance efficiency and quality
• Knowledge of injection molding, tooling, materials, product design, and related processes, including secondary operations and automation technologies

This role is not eligible for VISA sponsorship.

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• medical
• dental
• vision
• flexible spending
• health savings accounts
• life insurance
• ADD
• disability
• retirement
• paid vacation/time off
• educational assistance
• infertility assistance
• paid parental leave
• adoption assistance

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