Senior Product Development Project Manager

Lexington Manufacturing - Coon Rapids, MN

Full-time - Mid Level

Coon Rapids, MN

Wood Product Manufacturing

About the position

Our Senior Product Development Project Manager plays a crucial role in Lexington's growth. As a senior-level technical expert, this individual drives innovation and leads projects through the entire product development process. They manage project scopes, ensure timely and cost-effective execution, and provide quoting expertise. This position reports to the Director of Product Development and is based in our Coon Rapids, MN office. If you are seeking growth opportunities and enjoy managing exciting new projects, this role could be an excellent fit for you!

Responsibilities

• Drive innovation and lead projects through the entire product development process.
• Manage project scopes and ensure timely and cost-effective execution.
• Provide quoting expertise for product development projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and success.
• Evaluate different materials and compounds to improve product cost, performance, and quality.
• Utilize computer systems/software for manufacturing support and related functions, including AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Software.
• Establish time standards for each operation in the manufacturing process.
• Communicate effectively through writing reports, business correspondence, and instructions.

Requirements

• 4+ years experience in manufacturing or project management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering or manufacturing discipline, or combination.
• Proven ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, prints, or government regulations.
• Excellent communication skills in writing reports, business correspondence, instructions, and procedures.
• Analytical skills to evaluate different materials and compounds to improve product cost, performance, and quality.
• Proficiency in defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions. Knowledge of SPC, Root Cause Analysis, DoE, and FMEA.
• Proficiency in utilizing computer systems/software for manufacturing support and related functions, including AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Software.
• Proven ability to use experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, with a wide degree of creativity and latitude expected.
• Proven ability to work positively on a team, and to function well under general work pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills and an eye for detail.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Employer HSA contributions
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Profit-sharing checks
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement