Core Product Development and R&D Manager
Are you a creative problem-solver with a strong engineering background? Do you enjoy testing and developing core product lines? The ideal candidate for this position has a strong machinery (preferably packaging) background and knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and other related programs. Effective troubleshooting skills coupled with a strong desire for continuous improvement are essential functions for this role.
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Description
The Core Product Development and R&D Manager provides technical expertise and a knowledge base for all core product machines. They are responsible for actively collecting data, and developing and testing machinery in the Viking Masek product line. The data collected will be distributed and published across the company. They will act as the primary liaison between core machinery manufacturers, both internal and external. Product development will involve new machinery and any additional partnerships with vendors. Because of their intimate knowledge of the core product group, this position will also be a key technical resource for projects at a critical stage that need additional attention. On the R&D side, they will act as an SME for machinery and machine design. They will take on new challenges and provide creative solutions.
Location
Oostburg, WI - USA
Hours
Mon - Fri
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM (can be flexible)
Travel
As required.
Reports to
Director of Engineering
for the Core Product Development and R&D Manager opening
Job Requirements
- Engineering degree and background of at least 7 years
- Strong machinery (preferably packaging) background
- Organization of machine parameters in a quick reference guide
- Ability to quickly and effectively troubleshoot machines, accessories, and systems overall
- Ability to create effective solutions
- Ability to use Microsoft Office software, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor (desired) with knowledge of PDM
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Maintains and expands a database of machine performance parameters
- Liaison between core product manufacturers and Viking Masek leadership, engineering, sales, and applications
- Generates, collects, and maintains lists of desired changes in core product machines
- Tests all new machinery for performance criteria
- Helps develop new machinery with sales, marketing, and Executive Team
- Assists as needed with machine issues – communicates with vendors to ensure corrective actions are carried out in future releases
- Communicates issues to vendors as well as communicates changes back to the Viking Masek US organization
- Ensures all projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with org’s established policies & objectives
- Ability to handle multiple priorities, meet key deadlines & manage changing priorities through effective time management skills
- Collaborates with the engineering department to provide customized, complete, accurate design solutions and improve upon existing ones
- Communicates integral design intent to other departments/functions
- Coordinates with Proposal Coordinators and Applications Engineers on specifications and projects with specifications near design limitations and parameters
- Performs sizing calculations or other analytics as needed in the design or modification of packaging equipment
- Develops applications that effectively accomplish client objectives and user needs
- Maintains expert level of product, process, and application knowledge for our products
- Gathers consensus on solutions and additions to the product line
Other Misc. Duties
- Always sell the Viking Value Proposition
- Continuous improvement and industry training upkeep
- May occasionally travel on company business, as needed
- Adhere to company and departmental SOPs
- Willing to work with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot problems
- Team player that is a highly disciplined, problem-solver with a strong work ethic
