Sr. Technical Project Manager # 26-22882

US Tech Solutions; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

US Tech Solutions seeks a seasoned PM/Manufacturing Specialist to represent Rockford Manufacturing/Operations on NPI programs. You will lead the technical transfer of new products into manufacturing, ensuring robust product and process development and transfer using proven project management methods.

The role requires coordinating across functions to minimize risk, define infrastructure, and verify processes during each transfer phase. Strong organization and lean/ISO knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering or related field with 5+ years post undergraduate experience.
• Must be highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Requires the ability to influence upwards and across functions and businesses.
• Understands overall manufacturing processes and has the ability to proactively identify constraints and improvement opportunities.
• Understands the key concepts of lean manufacturing and ISO 9001 requirements.
• Strong project management skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Represent Rockford Manufacturing/Operations on New Product Introduction (NPI) program core teams.
• Manage the technical transfer of new products and processes into production.
• Responsible for product and manufacturing process development and transfer using project management best practices.
• Represent Manufacturing/Operations as a core team member on new product core teams to ensure stakeholder alignment.
• Define, document, verify, and manage product infrastructure and processes while reducing manufacturing and operations risk.

Skills

Project management

Lean manufacturing

ISO 9001

Six Sigma

DFSS

DOE

JMP

Minitab

Excel

MS Project

PRMS/ERP

Education

BS in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Engineering

Tools

PRMS/ERP systems

MS Project

Job description

Duration: 12 months

• The preferred interview format is virtual using Teams.
• The work shift is Monday - Friday days (8 hours).
• In terms of experience, Project Management Professional (PMP certification) is preferred but not required. A BS degree in life sciences (biology, biochemistry, organic chemistry, etc) would also be desirable. T
• Experience with design transfer from R&D to Manufacturing would be good experience for this role.

About the Scope:

• The preferred interview format is virtual using Teams.
• The work shift is Monday - Friday days (8 hours).
• In terms of experience, Project Management Professional (PMP certification) is preferred but not required. A BS degree in life sciences (biology, biochemistry, organic chemistry, etc) would also be desirable. T
• Experience with design transfer from R&D to Manufacturing would be good experience for this role.

Position Summary:

• The primary objective of this position is to represent Rockford Manufacturing/Operations on New Product Introduction (NPI) program core teams.
• This involves managing the technical transfer of new products and processes into successful production.
• This role is responsible for the effective product and manufacturing process development and transfer for new products using project management best practices.
• Representing Manufacturing/Operations as a core team member on new product core teams, this individual will ensure all stakeholders within the operations functions, and within the project team, are properly represented.
• This requires that all product infrastructure and processes are defined, documented, verified, and managed while reducing manufacturing and operations risk at each phase of the transfer process.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• BS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering or related field with 5+ years post undergraduate experience.
• Must be highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities and projects
• Requires the ability to influence upwards and across functions and businesses
• Understands overall manufacturing processes and has the ability to proactively identify constraints and improvement opportunities
• Understands the key concepts of lean manufacturing and ISO 9001 requirements
• Strong project management skills and knowledge
• PRMS, E1 and/or other ERP experience
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, and V-Lookups) and ability to use Microsoft Project
• Familiar with Design Excellence tools and principles: Six Sigma, DFSS, and DOE
• Familiar with statistical analysis software such as JMP and/or Minitab.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent preferred but not required.

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US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.