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Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

The Operation Project Manager plays a critical role in managing the transition of new products from development to production and supporting the material needs on existing products. This position involves working closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance and suppliers, to ensure a smooth and efficient introduction of new products. The Operation Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating and executing NPI/Production activities, tracking and reporting progress, and ensuring that products meet quality, schedule and cost targets.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate cross-functional NPI/Production teams to ensure alignment of activities and materials need.Provide support to Engineering teams and Suppliers during the product development, prototype runs, initial production runs, addressing issues and ensuring quality standards are met.Help enforce the schedules and milestones developed by the Product and Program management teams amongst all Operations (sourcing, supply chain, manufacturing, manufacturing quality).Work with procurement and suppliers to source components needs are fulfilled per scopeIdentify and mitigate potential risks and roadblocks that may impact NPI/Production schedules and objectives.Collaborate with quality assurance teams to establish and maintain quality control processes for new products.Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation related to all material activities, including design changes, specifications, and process instructions.Monitor and manage project budgets to ensure cost targets are met.Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices with internal teams and suppliers.Develop detailed project plans for new product introductions/production, including timelines, milestones, and resource requirements.Keep stakeholders informed of project progress, issues, and resolutions through regular status updates and reports.Be the liaison between Supply chain and cross-functional teams to complete the part creation, vendor set up and onboarding steps in all systems.

Basic Qualifications: 

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience. 5 years of experience in a fast paced, dynamic engineering work environment. Supply Chain Management Experience 

Preferred Qualifications: 

PCBA manufacturing project experience; Experience leading MFG/Design/Quality projects; Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams and individuals cross-functionally; Proven experience in delivering quality improvements while collaborating with external partners. Previous experience using PLM systems and interacting with ECN processes. Previous experience using Smartsheet/MS Project/other project planning software. 

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

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