New Product Introduction Planner/Expeditor, Consumer Technology

VulcanForms; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 96,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

VulcanForms in Harvard, Massachusetts is looking for a New Product Introduction Planner/Expeditor to support the Consumer Technology business. This role is crucial for ensuring prototype and pre-production builds stay on schedule by managing the material supply necessary for product development.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, strong organizational skills, and the capability to communicate effectively across teams. VulcanForms provides competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, production planning, or expediting.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple concurrent programs.
• Comfortable with incomplete information and ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Plan and track material availability for NPI builds.
• Identify material shortages and drive resolution.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for materials status.

Skills

Manufacturing operations

Organizational skills

ERP/PLM system experience

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Job description

New Product Introduction Planner/Expeditor, Consumer Technology

About Us

Founded in 2015 to develop the world’s first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries. Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting‑edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship. Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.

Job Purpose

VulcanFormsis hiring an New Product Introduction (NPI) Planner/Expeditor as part of our Consumer Technology business. In this role, you will keep prototype and pre‑production builds on schedule by planning and expediting materials for our Product Development team. Working alongside engineers, technicians, and program managers, this role ensures the right parts are in the right place at the right time so new consumer products move smoothly and on‑time into production.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and track material and component availability for all NPI builds against the product development schedule.
• Identify material shortages and long‑lead‑time risks early, and drive resolution before they impact build dates.
• Track and follow up on vendor commitments, proactively escalating delays and working with Procurement/Supply Chain to find alternatives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for day‑to‑day status on inbound materials tied to active development.
• Maintain build schedules and material readiness trackers for multiple active products in development and communicate risk clearly to program leadership.
• Support build reviews and gate/milestone meetings with up‑to‑date material and schedule status.
• Coordinate logistics for prototype builds to internal labs or external build partners.
• Work closely with NPI Engineering & Program leaders to align on part numbers, revisions, and quantities needed for each build phase.
• Own and maintain planning documentation, trackers, and standard work for NPI material planning and expediting.
• Maintain accurate records of part status, vendor commitments, and build history for each program.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing operations (production operations, production or materials planning, expediting, etc).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent programs and shifting priorities.
• Comfortable operating with incomplete information and ambiguity.
• ERP/PLM system experience.
• Strong communication skills – able to clearly convey risk and status to engineers, program managers, and leadership alike.
• Analytical and problem‑solving mindset; comfortable digging into root causes of shortages or delays.

VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, VulcanForms provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with company match.

The annual base salary range for this position is $70,000 to $96,100.