Project Engineer

DONATELLE PLASTICS LLC; New Brighton (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

DONATELLE PLASTICS LLC is seeking an accomplished Project Manager to drive new program development from concept to customer approval. You will lead small to mid-scale projects, coordinate cross-functional resources, and maintain rigorous milestone tracking to ensure on-time delivery.

In this role, you’ll support estimating, purchasing, and supplier quality, collaborate with production teams, and strive for cost-effective, defect-free programs through robust manufacturing plans and continuous

Qualifications

• 4 Year Engineering Degree (Mechanical/Mfg/Plastics) required.
• 2+ years of contract manufacturing experience in related industry.
• Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Experience with plastic tooling/processing, machining, assemblies preferred.
• Knowledge of statistics and SPC helpful.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage development of new programs from concept through customer approval.
• Lead small to mid-scale projects and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Maintain program organization and communicate milestones to stakeholders.
• Support estimating, purchasing, and supplier quality during projects.
• Facilitate transition to production with manufacturing teams.

Job description

Project Management Responsibilities:Manage the development of new programs from concept through customer approvalLead small to mid-scale projects with low to moderate complexity (i.e. – component based projects, prototypes, etc.) through providing leadership and direction to cross-functional support resourcesMaintain program organization through effectively and consistently communicating the status of critical project milestones and action items to appropriate internal and external stakeholdersMeet the following objectives at time of project closure (taking into account customer driven scope changes):Completion of project on or before established target dateNRE within quoted budgetPart costs for all elements of project at or below quoted costsPredictable manufacturing statusMitigate challenges that may negatively impact development (short term) and/or production (long term) in the areas of cost, quality or deliveryEffectively collaborate with Business Continuity Managers on project activity and strategyIdentify and capitalize on cost savings opportunities (NRE and/or part cost) throughout projectProvide Estimating staff with support and information in completing project related quotations as requestedProvide support to Purchasing and Supplier Quality for all procured materials, components and outsourced processes related to projectsEngineering Support Responsibilities:Support Program Manager on the development activities for complex programsOversee the development of robust manufacturing processes using data analysis and statistical methodsInvestigate and address new challenges using a systematic, logical progression problem solving approachPerform DOE analysis as needed to ensure factors for process variation have been accounted forAssist with design for manufacturability internally and with customersWork with manufacturing during product/process development to ensure a successful transition to productionEstablish effective and efficient manufacturing plans, including work instructions, inspection plansParticipate in the creation and execution of qualification and validation protocols/plansParticipate in the continuous improvement of processes and systemsCustomer Relations Responsibilities:Obtain customer approval of developed processesParticipate in and/or lead customers through the resolution of technical related questions or issuesEstablish, build, and maintain positive relationship with customersEffectively manage and communicate scope changes of projects in a timely fashionGeneral Responsibilities:Interact with customers, suppliers, and coworkers in a productive and professional mannerResponsibility to protect Donatelle confidential information and Intellectual PropertyFollow safety requirements as outlined in the safety manualPerform other projects and duties as assignedSupport other positions on the engineering teams as needed including Development Quality Engineers and Manufacturing EngineersPreferred Qualifications:Education/Experience:4 Year Engineering Degree (Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Plastics Engineering)2+ years of experience in contract manufacturing within related industryOther Qualifications and Desired Skills:Experience with plastic tooling/processing, machining, secondary processes and assembly methods preferredExperience in medical component/device manufacturing preferredExperience working directly with customersDemonstrated experience in management of projectsComputer skills, including MS Office, MS Project, 3D CAD Systems (Creo, Solid Works) Adobe AcrobatKnowledge and application of statistics and SPCComprehensive knowledge of blue print reading and GD&TTechnical knowledge, analytical expertise and attention to detailAbility to ensure work is accurate and completed within a timely mannerAbility to resolve manufacturing problems independentlyGood written, verbal and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to work effectively in a fast paced environment with multiple changing prioritiesPosition requires you have the ability to work in a manufacturing environmentPhysical Requirements:Ability to work in a general office environmentBenefits and Pay:Benefits:Medical insuranceDental insuranceBasic and voluntary life insuranceShort and long-term disability insurance401(k) retirement options with a company matchPaid time offPaid holidaysAnnual incentive bonus opportunitiesFlexible spending accountsLegal/ID Shield protection planEducational assistance and tuition reimbursement programsPay:Salary range of $76,000 to $118,000