Project, Manufacturing Product Introduction Engineer

Graco • Rogers, MN

1d • $84,000 - $146,900

About The Position

Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life. The Project, Manufacturing Product Introduction Engineer will have a strong grasp of manufacturing methodologies and be responsible for integrating new products into the manufacturing processes, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meeting quality standards. The role will be supporting the new Contractor Division, in Rogers, MN

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing introduction or manufacturing process development role.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in manufacturing processing, components and products
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT).

Nice To Haves

• Global industrial manufacturing experience and knowledge.
• MBA or Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Project Management and Execution Engage with external stakeholders, including suppliers and customers, as necessary to hit new product development launches and timelines.
• Develop and optimize internal manufacturing processes for new products, by selecting the appropriate resources, equipment, and tooling
• Conduct project risk assessments, and feasibility studies to develop project risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with product development engineering and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of new products.
• Monitor and report on the progress of new product integration, addressing any issues that arise.
• Provide training and support to manufacturing staff on new processes and procedures.
• Conduct periodic reviews with the new product development team and provide feedback on design for manufacturability.
• Quality Assurance and Compliance Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and develop processes to manage any new regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings in all operations.
• Manage manufacturing project deliverables, including but not limited to, initial quality checks, Item setup, assembly mistake proofing and test equipment validation.
• Conduct and evaluate quality assessments on components and equipment using approved tools (examples, Gage R&R's and capability studies)
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participation in related professional organizations.

Benefits

• Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities.
• Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees