NPI Manager to assume overall responsibility for all activities related to the smooth, efficient and successful launch of new products for the Power Solutions business, including prototype/initial builds, documentation required for appropriate processes, fixtures and tooling, final package for test engineering, and introduction into manufacturing.
• Ensure effective transition from Development Engineering to Manufacturing to New Product Introduction.
• Utilize the design for six sigma / toll gate processes to ensure all deliverables associated with the manufacturing process are met for product launches.
• Coordinate and transfer/transition manufacturing processes to production factories in Mexico or China
• Research, evaluate and implement new manufacturing processes and techniques to support next generation products.
• Effective launch of new products and acceptance by the marketplace at target profit margins, ensure the delivery of sample case to meet the urgent customer requirements.
• Guide the development process to ensure multi-functional participation in the design process. Specifically, increase the level of engagement of sourcing, manufacturing engineering, test engineering, and quality so that the “design-in” results in a manufacturable, cost-effective product (v. trying to improve these factors post-release).
• Work with Directors of Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure that designs are reviewed, signed off, and key entrance/exit criteria are met.
• Ability to travel internationally up to 30%.