Hybrid Product Development Manager en INTERSTATE PACKAGING COMPANY

Description

Product Development Manager – Flexographic Expertise Required

Join our dynamic team as a Product Development Manager, where you will lead innovative projects and drive the creation of cutting-edge products in a flexographic printing environment.

In this role, you will:

Formulate, recommend, and direct research and development programs to improve or reduce costs of existing products and processes.

Oversee the introduction of new products and processes that align with company goals.

Plan for the most quality-driven and cost-effective use of materials.

If you have the flexographic expertise and leadership skills to take our products to the next level, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of proven flexographic printing experience required 

Strong background in product development, process improvement, and R&D.

At least 10 years of industry experience overall.

Complete understanding of flexible packaging, including raw materials, production processes, quality control, and cost management.

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and verbal/written communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; ISO experience is a plus.

Must be able to distinguish subtle shades of color accurately (colorblindness test required).

Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage product development projects from concept to completion.

Provide project management leadership to meet business objectives.

Determine appropriate materials for successful project completion.

Research industry trends, monitor existing client needs, and identify new product opportunities.

Recommend engineering and manufacturing changes to achieve design objectives.

Lead technology transfer to manufacturing.

Visit customer facilities to address concerns or collaborate on new projects.

Leverage innovation and information from packaging and material suppliers.

Ensure compliance with regulatory, facility food safety, GMPs, and quality policies.

Provide guidance and mentoring to project teams.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Competencies
Expertise in a variety of product development concepts, practices, and procedures.

Strong scientific and engineering knowledge with analytical problem-solving skills.

Ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels.

Skilled at evaluating options, making sound decisions, and managing priorities.

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Physical & Safety Requirements
Ability to move freely throughout the facility to interact with all departments.

Excellent reflexes and alertness to operate safely around moving machinery.

Adherence to strict safety precautions to prevent injury.