New Product Implementation Manager
About The Position
The ideal candidate leads multiple engineering projects from planning through launch, helping ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and in line with customer and business expectations. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to coordinate resources, manage project risks, and keep projects moving forward. The position also plays a key role in improving project management processes, including APQP and Gate Reviews, to support successful product launches and continuous improvement. American Trim is a local family owned and operated business celebrating our 75th Anniversary in the community. We proudly serve a diverse customer base in the appliance, automotive, trucking and aftermarket industries. American Trim has multiple manufacturing locations and is the industry leader in forming and decorating metal products, working to develop and market breakthrough ideas and product concepts that improve the aesthetics, performance and enjoyment of products that can be found in every business, household, and vehicle system.
Requirements
- Qualified candidates must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States.
- American Trim does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-18 status).
Responsibilities
- Lead multiple engineering projects, including new model launches and strategic initiatives, from kickoff through completion.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to keep projects on schedule, within budget, and aligned with customer requirements.
- Monitor project progress, identify risks, and work with the project team to develop solutions that keep projects on track.
- Communicate project status, milestones, and potential issues to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Manage project timelines, resource needs, and budgets to support successful project execution.
- Lead APQP and Gate Review activities to help ensure projects meet quality, timing, and customer expectations.
- Look for opportunities to improve project management processes by applying best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and other departments to ensure successful project execution.
- Supervise and develop assigned team members, including hiring, training, coaching, performance management, and employee development.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
