NPI Program Manager - Product Launch & Growth

Kimball Electronics; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimball Electronics is seeking a Program Manager to lead profitability-focused programs from early design through end-of-life, coordinating team activities and deliverables. You will drive NPI launches, sustain production, and continuously improve cost, quality, delivery, and service while partnering with customers and internal teams.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage risks, and ensure compliant with safety and QMS standards.

Qualifications

• Interview with relevant hiring team.
• Pass pre-employment drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Safety, ESD and QMS requirements.
• Work with Business Manager to meet customer expectations and profitability goals.
• Lead cross-functional Customer Focus Teams for successful product launches.
• Develop and optimize project plans for NPI and transfers, including timelines and resources.
• Coordinate internal and external communications to ensure alignment.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Project planning

Lean Six Sigma knowledge

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Kimball Electronics is seeking a Program Manager to lead profitability-focused programs from early design through end-of-life, coordinating team activities and deliverables. You will drive NPI launches, sustain production, and continuously improve cost, quality, delivery, and service while partnering with customers and internal teams.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage risks, and ensure compliant with safety and QMS standards.