Technical Project Manager

$117,000 - $117,000/Yr

JUUL Labs - Mountain View, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Mountain View, CA

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

The Technical Project Manager at Juul Labs plays a crucial role in supporting the New Product Introduction (NPI) process development and ensuring factory readiness for mass production of high-quality products. This position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and contract manufacturers to drive project success and operational readiness, ultimately contributing to the company's mission of eliminating combustible cigarettes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and track progress to schedule and budget for projects.
• Communicate tasks, risks, and provide the source of truth for all project stakeholders.
• Synthesize program information into concise communication for Senior Management.
• Ensure designs are manufacturable in high-volume by collaborating with engineering teams.
• Assist in yield improvements and root cause investigations during the development cycle.
• Work with CapEx, Fixture, and Factory teams to ensure readiness for product assembly and testing.
• Lead cross-functional activities in the supply chain for operational readiness in NPI phases.
• Collaborate with suppliers and engineering teams to develop manufacturing processes and validation plans.
• Drive project technical and operational issues during the NPI phase to enable delivery of mature products.
• Utilize industry-standard tools to identify risks and optimize process parameters.
• Establish Quality programs and Manufacturing Process Control Plans for early issue detection.
• Act as Supply Chain technical lead in communicating project readiness and identifying risks.
• Coordinate yield improvement projects with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
• Identify technical challenges and ensure scalability of new products and processes.
• Take ownership of process development and equipment designs.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in high volume consumer electronics product ramp, manufacturing engineering, medical device, process development, sustaining, NPI, quality, manufacturing automation, and/or testing roles.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Experience with methodologies such as DFM, FMEA, SPC, DOE, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality Process Control.
• Proficient in data analysis and effective summary for data-driven decision making.
• Ability to make decisions and take accountability in high-pressure situations with limited information.
• Detail-oriented with a strong quality mindset and ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across all business levels and functions.
• Experience delivering New Production Introduction and manufacturing ramp-up for consumer or medical device electronic products.
• Experience working with international Contract Manufacturing partners.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in resolving complex technical and infrastructure problems in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Ability to travel internationally, to China and other parts of Asia as well as the USA.

Benefits

• Career growth opportunities with support in setting and exceeding goals.
• Talented and supportive teammates.
• Equity and performance bonuses for all employees.
• Cell phone subsidy and commuter benefits.
• Discounts on JUUL products.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits.