Product Development Manager

INTERSTATE PACKAGING COMPANY • White Bluff, MS

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About The Position

Join our dynamic team as a Product Development Manager, where you will lead innovative projects and drive the creation of cutting-edge products in a flexographic printing environment. In this role, you will formulate, recommend, and direct research and development programs to improve or reduce costs of existing products and processes. You will oversee the introduction of new products and processes that align with company goals and plan for the most quality-driven and cost-effective use of materials.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of proven flexographic printing experience required.
• Strong background in product development, process improvement, and R&D.
• At least 10 years of industry experience overall.
• Complete understanding of flexible packaging, including raw materials, production processes, quality control, and cost management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and verbal/written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; ISO experience is a plus.
• Must be able to distinguish subtle shades of color accurately (colorblindness test required).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage product development projects from concept to completion.
• Provide project management leadership to meet business objectives.
• Determine appropriate materials for successful project completion.
• Research industry trends, monitor existing client needs, and identify new product opportunities.
• Recommend engineering and manufacturing changes to achieve design objectives.
• Lead technology transfer to manufacturing.
• Visit customer facilities to address concerns or collaborate on new projects.
• Leverage innovation and information from packaging and material suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, facility food safety, GMPs, and quality policies.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to project teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior