Project Manager

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Job Title     Project Manager – NPD

Entity : Milton Roy India Pvt Limited

Location    Chennai

Job Summary

This position for engineering department, in NPD, responsible for completing the complete manufacturing cycle of new product development until commercialization, aligned with market and customer needs.

 Key Responsibilities

·       Responsible for completing the complete manufacturing cycle of new product development until commercialization, aligned with market and customer needs.

·       Oversee the execution of manufacturing projects and optimize processes for new and ongoing products across all PT business units.

·       Develop a project plan for New Product Development (NPD), defining timelines to ensure on-budget and on-time execution.

·       Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure manufacturability and scalability.

·       Coordinate prototype testing, process validation, and regulatory compliance with the Business Development (BD) team for successful product launches.

·       Ensure all New Product Developments (NPDs) meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.

·       Implement process improvements and apply lean methodologies and Six Sigma principles to enhance efficiency.

·       Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute NPD scale-up production effectively.

·       Coordinate the procurement, installation, and commissioning of new machinery and equipment.

·       Assist in designing an efficient plant layout for optimal space and machinery use.

·       Oversee capacity planning and factory expansion to support growth in NPDs and existing product lines – PT Business

·       Support the manufacturing engineering team in optimizing plant equipment and tooling for cost-efficient production across PT India business.

·       Develop digital automation strategies to reduce manual tasks and improve quality consistency.

Education/Experience/

·       Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Sales or related field; Master's degree preferred.

·       Experience of working within a growth market and in a changing environment

·       Relevant Engineering Degree or Qualifications or able to demonstrate a good understanding of the technical aspects of business.

·       Confident presentation skills within a board or public speaking environment

Competency :

·       A strong communicator and presenter

·       Able to initiate, develop and maintain relationships at all levels

·       Structured & organized approach

·       Commercial awareness

·       Able to think creatively and strategically

·       Self-starter who can work independently and as a strong team player

 Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

Based out of Office (Hybrid based on exception) –  or Travel  

 What we Offer

• We are all owners of the company! Stock options(Employee Ownership Program)  that align your interests with the company's success.   
• Yearly performance-based bonus, rewarding your hard work and dedication.   
• Leave Encashments  
• Maternity/Paternity Leaves 
• Employee Health covered under Medical, Group Term Life & Accident Insurance 
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Employee development with LinkedIn Learning  
• Employee recognition via Awardco  
• Collaborative, multicultural work environment with a team of dedicated professionals, fostering innovation and teamwork.  

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