Product Development Manager

Job DetailsJob Location WHITE BLUFF, TN Position Type Full Time Education Level None Job Shift 1st Shift Description Join our dynamic team as a Product Development Manager, where you will lead innovative projects and drive the creation of cutting-edge products. Formulate, recommend and direct research and development programs to meet Company’s needs for the improvement and or cost reduction of existing products and processes, as well as the introduction of new products and processes. Plans for the most quality driven and cost-effective utilization of materials. Qualifications Responsibilities:Provide project management leadership to meet business needsDetermines the appropriate materials needed to achieve successful completion of initiatives.Researches and monitors existing client base and industry developments and identifies potential new product opportunities.Applies knowledge of materials and recommends engineering and manufacturing changes to attain design objectives.Lead technology transfer to manufacturingLead cross functional teams on projectsVisit customer facilities to discuss/resolve concerns relating to IP products and/or to work on new projects or products.Leverage innovation and information from packaging and material suppliersProvide guidance to the team on projectsOther duties as assignedResponsible for compliance with all regulatory, facility food safety, and quality policies and procedures including product safety (GMPs) policies and procedures.Job Specification/Requirements:Demonstrates expertise in a variety of product development concepts, practices and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goalsPositively lead and influence team members to partner together to achieve individual and business goalsAt least 10 years of experience in the field Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, and verbal and written communication skills. Complete understanding of Flexible Packaging. Complete understanding of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and costs associated with production of flexible packaging and labelsComprehensive background, understanding, and experience with PC and Microsoft Word, Excel. ISO experience is a plus. Essential Functions: Reading, writing, computer and math skills Strong scientific and engineering knowledgeStrong analytical skills Must have ability to communicate effectively at all levels – production employees, administrative personnel, supervision and management Ability to evaluate, assess and make decisions. Must have mobility necessary to interact with all departments located throughout the building.Must be able to distinguish subtle shades of color accurately. (Colorblind test is required.) Reflexes must be in excellent condition for quick response time around moving machinery. Employee must be able to react to rapidly moving parts in order to avoid serious injury to his/herself or other employee’s limbs or other life threatening injuries. Employee must be completely alert at all times to and observe strict safety precautions around operating machinery. Strong organization and attention to detail PId16db63a8fee-37483-37069660