Product Development Manager

Brightpath Associates LLC

White Bluff (TN)

On-site

USD 91,200 - 135,200

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A dynamic innovative company is in search of a Product Development Manager in White Bluff, TN. This role requires leading projects and implementing innovative product strategies, with a focus on flexible packaging. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and an understanding of manufacturing processes. The position offers a full-time employment type along with benefits such as medical and vision insurance, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in product development field.
Strong understanding of flexible packaging and raw materials.
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

Lead innovative projects focused on product development.
Provide project management leadership.
Identify new product opportunities from market research.

Skills

Leadership

Product Development

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Flexible Packaging Knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Join our dynamic team as a Product Development Manager, where you will lead innovative projects and drive the creation of cutting-edge products. Formulate, recommend and direct research and development programs to meet Company’s needs for the improvement and or cost reduction of existing products and processes, as well as the introduction of new products and processes. Plans for the most quality driven and cost-effective utilization of materials.

Responsibilities

Provide project management leadership to meet business needs
Determine the appropriate materials needed to achieve successful completion of initiatives
Research and monitor existing client base and industry developments and identify potential new product opportunities
Apply knowledge of materials and recommend engineering and manufacturing changes to attain design objectives
Lead technology transfer to manufacturing
Lead cross functional teams on projects
Visit customer facilities to discuss/resolve concerns relating to IP products and/or to work on new projects or products
Leverage innovation and information from packaging and material suppliers
Provide guidance to the team on projects
Other duties as assigned
Responsible for compliance with all regulatory, facility food safety, and quality policies and procedures including product safety (GMPs) policies and procedures

Job Specification/Requirements

Demonstrates expertise in a variety of product development concepts, practices and procedures
Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Positively lead and influence team members to partner together to achieve individual and business goals
At least 10 years of experience in the field
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, and verbal and written communication skills
Complete understanding of Flexible Packaging
Complete understanding of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and costs associated with production of flexible packaging and labels
Comprehensive background, understanding, and experience with PC and Microsoft Word, Excel
ISO experience is a plus

Essential Functions

Reading, writing, computer and math skills
Strong scientific and engineering knowledge
Strong analytical skills
Must have ability to communicate effectively at all levels – production employees, administrative personnel, supervision and management
Ability to evaluate, assess and make decisions
Must have mobility necessary to interact with all departments located throughout the building
Must be able to distinguish subtle shades of color accurately
Reflexes must be in excellent condition for quick response time around moving machinery with strict safety precautions
Strong organization and attention to detail

Seniority level