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Manufacturing Project Manager - NPI


Company : ZipRecruiter


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2025-08-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job DescriptionThe Manufacturing NPI Project Manager is responsible for leading the introduction of new Sun Nuclear products into the manufacturing process. This includes planning, validation, and manufacturing transfer of multiple NPI projects, ensuring that all manufacturing aspects are ready for product launch.Key Areas of Responsibility:Manage and direct day-to-day operational and tactical aspects of at least 3 projects, including:o Act as the core manufacturing leader for NPI programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams including Product Management, Product Development, Quality, and Operations.o Manage the transfer of NPIs into manufacturing, ensuring all required activities and deliverables, including manufacturing test, are completed for a successful and seamless transfer.o Create, monitor, and manage design transfer project plans, project risks/mitigations, and resourcing requirements.o Work with R&D and Operations to provide input to enhance manufacturability and servicing of new products via DFx assessments.o Collaborate with operations to develop and manage the complete process planning, including process flow, PFMEA, equipment selection, tooling, and validation.o Coordinate with engineering on BOM creation and management.o Work with procurement on supplier relationships, ordering prototypes, and managing product COGs.o Create and manage NPI build plans for prototype build, Verification Build (RC build), and validation build (first article).o Lead problem-solving teams comprising operations and R&D to resolve technical and process issues post-launch.o Support operations and R&D in continuous improvement activities related to design transfer.o May also support the product manager in pre-launch activities.Knowledge, Skills & Experience:Bachelors Degree or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering.5+ years of experience in project management focusing on manufacturing.Proven track record of organizing and transferring small to medium-sized development projects to manufacturing.Experience with a Phase Gate Design Process.Experience in DfX.Ability to influence engineering and operations professionals.Strong interpersonal skills and superior organizational abilities.Ability to work well within a team environment and across multiple functions.Ability to take initiative and meet deadlines under pressure.Job Candidate Privacy Notice #J-18808-Ljbffr