Taylor Commercial Foodservice - Rockton, IL
posted 4 months ago
The New Product Development Manager at Taylor Commercial Foodservice LLC will play a pivotal role in overseeing engineering projects within a manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for guiding the development and execution of new product initiatives, ensuring that all projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. The successful candidate will manage cross-functional teams throughout the entire product development lifecycle, from initial concept through to production. This role requires a blend of strong leadership, project management, and technical skills to drive innovation and efficiency in product development. In this capacity, the New Product Development Manager will develop and manage product roadmaps for assigned product lines, supervising and leading teams of engineers, designers, and technicians. The manager will be tasked with translating customer needs and market trends into innovative and manufacturable product designs, ensuring that final product designs meet both business unit and customer requirements. A key aspect of this role will be championing the use of Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies to optimize product design, quality, safety, and manufacturability. The manager will conduct thorough design reviews and analyses, including Design of Experiments (DOE) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA). Additionally, they will identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives aligned with Lean Manufacturing principles, manage supplier relationships, and ensure the incorporation of new technologies into product designs. The role also involves developing, communicating, and maintaining project schedules and budgets, as well as creating and delivering technical presentations and reports to communicate product concepts and progress effectively.