Product Development Project Manager

Bay Tek Entertainment Division

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The Village Companies is family-owned and encompasses a diverse group of companies in three lines of business: manufacturing services, amusement, and consumer products. Combining each of these market focuses allows us to have a very unique perspective and group of resources to develop innovative solutions, products and experiences that few others can even dream of offering. The Village is united around our values and dedication to serve. To learn more about each of our companies, visit www.thevillage.bz.

Bay Tek Entertainment, founded in 1977, is a family owned and operated business that is driven to provide fun and profit through innovative ticket redemption games. Headquartered in the heart of the Midwest, Pulaski, Wisconsin, is home to Bay Tek Entertainment. This rural community (located 25 minutes northwest of Green Bay) population 3,500 , is where hard work, fun, and simplicity meet. The employees share one vision of becoming the best in the world at developing and manufacturing ticket redemption games.

Our team of innovative game designers, software engineers, electrical and mechanical engineers work together to create a wide range of fun and exciting arcade games and entertainment experiences. A Product Development Project Manager will lead our development projects that transform loose concepts into great games.

We are seeking a driven individual with experience leading product development projects, ideally with prior experience leading Game Development projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for steering assigned projects through the Stage Gate development cycle into production, taking responsibility for project scope, planning, and meeting schedule and cost targets.

The position would suit a mid-level Project Manager looking to create unique game experiences on a variety of arcade redemption game platforms. A successful candidate must be able to adapt and extend their knowledge as projects dictate, as well as work effectively leading multiple projects simultaneously.

We like to live the “Fun Value”, so in addition to bringing your highly desirable technical skills, you should be comfortable with a casual dress code, a creative environment, and an employee-focused mentality. All of this while also creating great entertainment that brings people together.

A wide range of responsibilities offers new challenges every day:

· Manage multiple projects through a stage-gate development process, balancing timelines and resources.

· Drive closure on a clear definition of the project that meets market requirements and internal objectives.

· Actively manage the project staffing and scope to ensure the schedule and budgetary commitments are met.

· Ensure the project is developed in compliance with specified internal, customer, and industry standards.

· Lead design reviews to ensure designs are technically sound and manufacturable.

Required Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s or Associate degree in a technical discipline, preferably Engineering / Design-related.

· A minimum of 5 years of experience in the development of commercial or consumer products with experience leading technical design teams.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

· Strong planning and organizational skills; must be able to set and manage priorities, adapt to change, and drive activities to closure.

· Strong interpersonal skills.

· Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams to a common outcome through positive influence.

· A problem solver who can quickly assess situations, collect relevant information or input from subject matter experts, and drive manageable solutions.

· Creative and innovative. Demonstrate a willingness to explore new options to bridge project challenges and improve processes. Preferably someone who enjoys games

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to manage the delivery to the target audience.

· Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, foster teamwork, and bridge differences to achieve the project goals.

· A natural leader who can set a clear direction for project teams.

· Ability to drive results-oriented action and create accountability for deliverables.

Travel Requirements:

· Up to 20% travel to Tradeshows and/or Game Room Test Sites

· Potential traveling between local Village companies

Physicial Requirements:

· Works in an office and manufacturing environment

· May be involved in moving/placing test games at local game rooms

We generously reward hard work and initiative and offer a full benefits package that gives our employees both unique perks and peace of mind, including: Medical, Dental, Life and Disability insurances, Vision coverage, On-site Fitness & Wellness Center, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement, new employee on-boarding plus continuing development and training opportunities, and more!

Learn more about Bay Tek Entertainment and our team at:

http://www.baytekent.com/

Please Apply Online at:

https://thevillage.bz/

No phone calls or in-person applications please.

EOE/including disability/veterans.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $100,000