Senior Project Manager, NPM (Operations)
About The Position
The Senior Project Manager, NPM (Operations) acts as the Operations Launch Project Manager for new product introduction (NPI) projects and supports some manufacturing obsolescence/life-cycle management (MOL/LCM) activities for existing products. The role collaborates with the Product Development Project Team Manager to identify obstacles to on-time release and to meeting quality and cost objectives throughout development, from design concept through production ramp-up. It works with Process, Tool, and NPI Manufacturing Engineering to ensure assembly methods, equipment, and fixtures are ready for production. The position is accountable for on-time release to volume production within project quality and cost objectives. This hybrid role is based in Niles, Illinois. Shure is a global audio equipment manufacturer headquartered in the United States. The company describes its culture as Associate-first, with flexible work arrangements and opportunities for all.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
- At least 10 years of experience.
- Broad experience and knowledge in project management related to manufacturing and business processes.
- Core knowledge and experience in electronic assembly and automation.
- Knowledge of structured development and improvement techniques, including Design for Manufacturing/Design for Assembly and Test, Lean, Six Sigma, Design/Process FMEAs, and technical-oriented problem solving such as 8D and 5 Why.
- Familiarity with stage-gate project processes and project-management best practices, including Shure’s SQP (APQP) process.
- Thorough understanding of production-launch processes such as manufacturing process documentation, material availability and sourcing needs, and MRP setup requirements.
- Basic understanding of financial analysis and business case creation.
- Demonstrated ability to work on significant and unique issues requiring evaluation of intangible factors.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria.
- Ability to create formal networks involving coordination among groups and independently determine methods and procedures for new assignments.
- Fluency in English and effective written and verbal communication throughout the organization.
- Must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States; Shure will not sponsor work visas for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Graduate coursework.
- PMI PMP certification.
- Spanish or Mandarin communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate departmental or cross-functional teams delivering new projects or upgrading existing processes on time and without issues.
- Generate and maintain the Operations project manufacturing plan and associated project management plan for NPI deliverables from concept through production ramp-up, ensuring required documentation is developed and followed.
- Monitor projects from initiation through delivery, including planning and directing schedules, monitoring budgets and spending, tracking metrics, and monitoring performance against goals.
- Lead concurrent engineering efforts using Design for Manufacturability/Assembly and Test methodology.
- Apply Lean methodology to eliminate waste and drive continuous process improvements that promote safety, quality, efficiency, and effectiveness.
- Lead application of SQP (APQP) during NPI, with a focus on Process FMEA and process controls to support defect-free manufacturing and a quality launch.
- Use problem-solving methodologies such as 5 Why, 8D, Six Sigma, and Shainin; provide manufacturing plant support to resolve process and test engineering issues.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration among project stakeholders and provide an effective feedback process from Operations departments to the Project Manager and team.
- Participate in and drive Operations or corporate improvement projects, and perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare.
- Mental health plans.
- Retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off programs.
- Employee discounts.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Work-life balance initiatives.
- Employee recognition programs.
- Volunteering and community involvement opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and an incentive pay program that may vary based on individual and company performance.
- Award-winning benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
