New Product Development Build Manager

Brunswick Corporation • Fond du Lac, WI

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About The Position

As part of the talented New Product Development team, the Build Manager is responsible for the successful execution of New Product pilot builds. In this role, the Build Manager coordinates the activities associated with new product builds including processing the build request, organizing the new components, conducting cross functional Build Readiness meetings and ensuring that the product is built using the correct components. The Build Manager also coordinates the transportation of the finished product and dispositions the remaining components upon completion of the build event. This position is also responsible for managing the flow of components through the build room. In addition, the Build Manager coordinates the processing of sample parts through the manufacturing processes and conducts line trials of components due to design changes, new manufacturing processes and supplier changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations or Supply Chain Management or closely related field
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a manufacturing environment with an emphasis in assembly
• Solid understanding of a Bill of Material structure
• Strong New Product Development process knowledge (HPPD)
• Working knowledge of basic manufacturing processes such as casting, machining, coating and assembly
• Solid understanding of inventory transactions and inventory control
• Track record of driving continuous improvement
• Exceptional communication skills – both verbal and written
• Able to work effectively at all levels in an organization
• Ability to balance multiple projects at the same time
• Must be capable of leading and directing employees who are not direct reports
• Good time management skills – much of the work is self-directed or ad-hoc
• Proficient in Microsoft applications
• Knowledge of Project Management processes, tools and phases of projects
• PIMS inventory transaction and BOM experience

Nice To Haves

• New Product Development experience
• Familiarity with Free Trade Zone guidelines

Responsibilities

• Process all New Product Build Requests
• Identify the components and quantity needed to support the build request
• Lead the cross-functional new product Build-Readiness meetings to ensure adequate preparation and communication for a successful build event
• Create plans for the proper tracking of inventory into and out of the controlled build room before, during, and after the build event.
• Hold cross-functional team members accountable for proper adherence to processes and guidelines necessary for successful execution of each build event.
• Drive continuous improvement into the planning and execution of new product build events
• Communicate serial numbers to the engineering team to ensure appropriate transfer of inventory
• Process sample parts through the necessary manufacturing processes and execute line trials to validate component changes

Benefits

• This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees