Aequor ยท 6 days ago
NPI Program Launch Manager (JR-SR Level)
Torrington, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $125K/yr
3+ years expAequor is seeking an NPI Program Launch Manager to lead customer tooling, manufacturing, and new product introduction programs within the medical injection molding division. This role ensures programs meet customer, quality, cost, and delivery targets by coordinating cross-functional activities and managing internal and external resources.
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Responsibilities
Plan, execute, and control tooling and NPI programs through all project phases, from design transfer through validation and production launch
Develop detailed project plans, budgets, schedules, and Gantt charts using Smartsheet or MS Project
Track progress, manage risks, and ensure programs meet customer, cost, quality, and delivery objectives
Manage engineering changes and maintain documentation accuracy in ERP and quality systems (IQMS, Epicor, or similar)
Provide regular program status updates to leadership and customers
Lead lessons learned sessions and continuous improvement initiatives post-launch
Lead core cross-functional teams including Engineering, Tooling, Quality, Production, and Supply Chain
Coordinate DFM and DFA reviews to ensure manufacturability and design readiness
Oversee prototype builds, tooling design/build, and validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Align manufacturing readiness with customer milestones and launch goals
Support make/buy decisions and ensure alignment between program objectives and operational capacity
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customers throughout the program lifecycle
Conduct regular customer meetings, report progress, and proactively resolve issues impacting timing, quality, or cost
Coordinate supplier tool build schedules, design approvals, and prototype delivery
Maintain contracts, specifications, and program documentation for internal and external stakeholders
Ensure all programs comply with ISO 13485, FDA, and customer-specific regulatory requirements
Partner with Quality and Regulatory teams to support validation, documentation, and corrective action plans
Participate in continuous improvement projects and post-project evaluations to enhance program execution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3-7+ years of experience in program or project management within injection molding, medical device, or precision manufacturing
Strong technical understanding of tooling, molding, and manufacturing processes
Proficiency in project management software (Smartsheet, MS Project) and ERP systems (IQMS, Epicor preferred)
Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Preferred
PMP certification or equivalent experience
Company
Aequor
Since 1998, Aequor has provided exceptional workforce staffing services in multiple industries.
201-500 employees
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