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KX Technologies is seeking a dynamic Sr Product Development Manager to lead our expanding Engineering and New Product Development Team. This position manages our global project portfolio working closely with internal cross-functional teams and customers fostering innovation and development of differentiated products with a competitive advantage. This position reports to the Vice President of Innovation and Technology and is in West Haven, Connecticut.KX Technologies is a global leading producer of water filtration products, driven by state-of-the-art technologies and manufacturing in the USA and Singapore. It is our passion to provide innovative technologies and custom-designed filtration systems to the collaborative relationships we form with our customers. We continue to operate one of the world's largest solid-state extrusion facilities for the production of activated carbon filters, but also have expanded our technology portfolio to include additional novel filtration media. We work with the world’s leading brands to deliver market leading products, providing safe and clean drinking water to millions of consumers worldwide. KX Technologies is part of Marmon Water Inc., one of eleven groups of Marmon Holding, Inc (www.marmon.com) and a global leader in water treatment.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
The list below highlights the essential job responsibilities but is not exhaustive.
• Lead and develop a high performing Engineering and Product Development Team
• Manage global project portfolio (vet or qualify new opportunities, prioritize, resource, implement and oversee)
• Foster innovation and accountability within the team and design / develop differentiated products with a competitive advantage
• Interface with key customers ensuring voice of customer in all product development
• Collaborate on the 3-5-year technology road map for the business
• Act as a technical ambassador of KX Technologies in industry forums and trade shows
• Interact with global customers
• Prepare written and oral reports for internal or external customers
• Support operations, quality, research, sales and marketing as required
• Other duties as assigned by the Vice President
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILL REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering preferred
• 10 years upwardly mobile experience in Product Development / Product Engineering / related
• 5 years of experience leading new product development (Consumer products is a plus)
• Mastery of a New Product Development Stage Gate process
• Experience in the commercialization of water filtration or treatment products is a plus
• Wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected
• Experience in high volume production and manufacturing
• Expertise in Intellectual Property is a plus
• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to accomplish goals
• Strong problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to train staff on problem solving techniques
• Proficient with Six Sigma / Lean / Core Tools
• Knowledgeable with computer software such as Solidworks, Microsoft Office Suite and statistical software packages
• Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to present professional presentations to customers
TRAVEL
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Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.