NPI PROGRAM MANAGER-Manufacturing

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Job description

We are currently working with a leading manufacturer of injection molding and medical devices in Litchfield County, CT, and looking for an NPI Program Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Program Management:

• Lead and manage manufacturing programs from inception to completion, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing.

1. Project Coordination:

• Manage project schedules and ensure timely delivery of program milestones and deliverables.
• Identify and address potential risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.

1. Process Improvement:

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.

1. Quality and Compliance:

• Ensure that manufacturing programs comply with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

1. Budget and Resource Management:

• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring cost control and adherence to financial constraints.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in program or project management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality management, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera) and Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience in injection molding and medical devices.

Preferred Skills:

• Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP) or Lean Six Sigma.
• Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements specific to the industry (e.g., ISO, FDA).

The salary range is $105-120k DOE

Position is ON-SITE

Relocation assistance can be available

US citizen or permanent resident

Please let me know as soon as possible if you are interested.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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