Product Development

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Plans, prepares, coordinates and communicates product change points and new product start-up. Supports internally the company strategy as it relates to departmental needs to fulfill customer objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Track, monitor, document, distributes all communication relating to product change points and new programs at pre-production and development stages.
• Track, monitor, document, distributes all communication relating to new injection molds, auxiliary equipment, check fixtures, gauges, plating racks, paint jigs, and sub-assembly equipment.
• Track, monitor, document, distributes all communication relating to new or revised returnable and / or expendable packaging for new programs.
• Assist in design, sourcing and procurement of returnable and expendable packaging for mass production, service and back-up packaging.
• Establish and maintain the Eakas catalog for expendable packaging.
• Coordinate all communication of timing and events by Eakas with or through SRJ utilizing master schedules and timelines, distributed internally.
• Coordinate and update new program schedules with engineering, sales and production control and submit to appropriate customer contact.
• Provide weekly updates of plans and accomplishments to Product Development Supv / Mgr or designee.
• Develop, establish, create, and maintain departmental guidance and support by working with Eakas manufacturing departments.
• Any additional help and / or assistance as required.

Requirements : COMPETENCIES :

Analytical – Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures; Demonstrates attention to detail.

Project Management – Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Manages project team activities.

Oral / Written Communication – Speaks clearly; Listens and gets clarification; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Quality Management – Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance.

Organizational Support- Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization’s goals and values.

Planning / Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Plans for additional resources; Develops realistic action plans.

Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

QUALIFICATIONS - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical information, financial reports and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers. Ability to effectively present information to top management and / or SRJ.

Computer Skills

Knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, database and internet software.