Senior Projects Technology Manager - R&D & Packaging

CPS Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

CPS Inc. is seeking a Projects Technology Manager to lead project management, process engineering, and packaging initiatives. You will mentor direct reports, coordinate cross-functional teams, and liaise with vendors to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery of new products.

The role requires 7-10+ years in R&D or packaging/ process engineering with a strong background in food processing and project methodologies. A PMP certification is preferred for leadership of multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Food Processing, Packaging, Mechanical, Chemical, or related field) or Food Science.
• 7-10+ years of experience in R&D, food manufacturing, packaging engineering, or process engineering.
• Strong background in project management; PMP certification preferred.
• Leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams with a technical focus on food, packaging, and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Hands-on development and continuous improvement of the BNA stage-gate process.
• Manage key projects from concept through commercialization.
• Define continuous improvement of the stage-gate process and ensure clear tasks and objectives for team members.
• Ensure projects are on time and within budget and aligned with senior leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and operations to deliver value.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

PMP certification

Food processing

Packaging technologies

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering or Food Science

Job description

CPS Inc. is seeking a Projects Technology Manager to lead project management, process engineering, and packaging initiatives. You will mentor direct reports, coordinate cross-functional teams, and liaise with vendors to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery of new products.

The role requires 7-10+ years in R&D or packaging/ process engineering with a strong background in food processing and project methodologies. A PMP certification is preferred for leadership of multidisciplinary teams.