Senior Technical Project Manager

DEX Home Office, 801 Innovation Dr, Suite A, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007, USA

Dexter Magnetic Technologies supplies specialized magnetic solutions and components to demanding applications in the medical, aerospace, defense, semiconductor manufacturing, oil and gas, and industrial end markets. Dexter’s engineers solve complex customer problems with innovative solutions, winning business based on quality, customer support, and application engineering expertise.

Oversees the development and implementation of manufacturing processes that result in proper product functionality as well as cost efficiency; ensures the engineering team and other manufacturing departments work together cohesively and is responsible for the development of equipment to aid in the manufacturing process; leads and directs the work of assigned manufacturing engineers.

• Be a safety role model. Engage with employees, supervision and management to create and promote a safe work environment. Always work first to engineer safety into our work processes.
• Contribute to R&D Technology KPIs beyond your personal goals. Provide feedback on process improvements. Provide praise to others for their support. Monthly, investigate and provide root cause analysis when personal KPIs are not met. Implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for flawless execution of projects:
  • Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
  • Deliver projects on-time, within scope and budget
  • Ensure resource availability and allocation
  • Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
  • Manage challenges to the project scope, schedule and costs
  • Measure project performance and relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Continually develop leadership skills
• Attend conferences and training to maintain proficiency
• Other duties as assigned

Salary Range: $115,000-$125,000 + bonus

• BS degree with engineering emphasis required. MS degree in engineering (preferred).
• 5-7 years of experience in an engineering role for product development and/or manufacturing.
• 3+ years of experience managing projects. Projects deal with manufacturing processes (build to print and new product development) within a low volume, high mix manufacturing environment.
• PMP Certification (preferred).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Basic Life/AD&D (includes coverage for dependents 100% Company paid), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability (100% Company paid), Supplemental Life/AD&D, 401(k) with Company match, tuition assistance after 1 year, paid time off, and 11 paid holidays.

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