Transition Manager

Overview

About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. We partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit  to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Our values include:
Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members  wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at  Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued.

The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range:

$89,200.00 - $

Purpose Statement: Provide leadership for the creation and successful execution of product and program transfers and low complexity new product introductions (NPI) across Plexus manufacturing sites and Plexus market sectors. Lead the program of work and associated projects by working with internal and external stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs).

• Independently lead projects that involve the transfer of PCBAs, test fixtures and/or systems, excess material and/or the material supply chain into a Plexus Manufacturing facility. Transition projects will involve any of the Plexus market sectors.
• Create and lead the project timeline to transfer existing products and processes from the current manufacturer or customer facility to a Plexus manufacturing facility. Project scope may include a new design release to manufacturing.
• Manage the existing relationships across all Plexus and customer work streams.
• Lead the overall project by ensuring project success factors are clearly communicated to the project team and guide the project team through completion and execution of all project tasks. Anticipate and take advantage of potential risks and opportunities.
• Own the project schedule and facilitate the appropriate meetings and review activities to ensure actions are completed on time. Set up appropriate governance and report out on key project health metrics. Review, monitor, and control the project execution to ensure key success factors are being accomplished.

• Bachelor’s Degree with 4 or more years of related experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.
• Formal project management training is desired (pursuing training is preferred).
• CLSSGB – Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification is preferred.

• High computer skills and literacy
• Experience with project scheduling software (i.e. MS Project) is preferred
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communications skills
• Employee must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Computer, presentation and mentoring skills are necessary to be successful in this position
• A general knowledge of manufacturing, materials, business, finance and program management is required; related contract manufacturing…