About the position
As our R&D Manager in New Product Development you will lead our team in developing products that meet customer needs and company standards. You will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure the successful launch and performance of new products. You will report to the Director of Engineering for Bevcorp, under our DF&H Division.
Responsibilities
- Manage and lead the R&D Engineering team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
- Mentor and develop team members to maximize their potential and contributions to the organization.
- Drive the R&D Engineering team to achieve New Product Development (NPD) project deliverables, timelines, and launch requirements.
- Contribute to the development of R&D strategies that align with company objectives.
- Identify and evaluate new technologies and trends to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.
- Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement within the R&D department, encouraging experimentation, learning, and adaptation.
- Lead and contribute to the ideation, conceptualization, and development of innovative products.
- Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, technologies, and materials relevant to the business.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate the voice of the customer and market needs into actionable product concepts.
- Stay informed about advancements in material science and industrial standards, ensuring products remain at the forefront of the industry.
- Oversee the prototyping and testing phases of new product development, ensuring designs meet technical specifications, quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
- Work closely with internal teams, including sales, marketing, manufacturing, and quality, to ensure the seamless integration of new products into the sales and production pipeline.
- Communicate effectively with external partners, suppliers, and industry experts to foster collaboration and stay informed about industry best practices.
- This is a hands-on management position that may require designing and developing parts and assemblies using SolidWorks.
- Releasing and checking of detailed drawings may be required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field is required. A Master's degree or higher is preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the packaging industry, with a focus on food and/or beverage.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in New Product Development and phase/gate project management launches, with a proven track record in research and development of new products.
- Experience with controls engineering and HMI/PLC programming using Allen Bradley Software or similar is a plus.
- Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Must be self-motivated with an internal drive to identify, align, commit to, and achieve goals.
- You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Family leave
- Vision coverage
- Matched 401(k) plan
