Job Description: New Product Development Manager

We are seeking a New Product Development Manager to lead and oversee the development of innovative products and processes. This role requires managing projects, timelines, and resources, as well as supervising a dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in designing product improvements, interpreting customer requirements, and preparing comprehensive documentation. Additionally, the manager will support quality assurance activities and provide technical guidance to various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects, timelines, and resources effectively.
• Supervise responsibilities and activities of direct reports.
• Develop product and production process requirements and standards.
• Prepare documentation packages for new and modified products and processes.
• Research suppliers and new sources of products, materials, equipment, and components.
• Design improvements to products and processes.
• Interpret customer, agency, and market requirements to define design specifications.
• Prepare technical briefs and support literature for products.
• Create prototype design packages and collaborate with design, manufacturing, production, and quality teams.
• Develop prototype and pre-production build schedules and align resources accordingly.
• Perform product, process, and system audits, maintain logs, and analyze data.
• Analyze failed or returned materials and assist in developing corrective actions.
• Assist with determining disposal of non-conforming products and components.
• Evaluate yield, performance, and statistical data for trends and develop improvements.
• Actively develop employees through coaching, feedback, and training.
• Develop training tools and programs for new employees.
• Understand and clarify customers' needs and provide product application support.
• Provide support to production staff with manufacturing processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering.
• Minimum 10 years’ job-related experience (flexible based on company and responsibilities).
• Project management experience and supervisory training.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of mechanical and electrical manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, and Internet access software programs such as Smartsheet.
• Familiarity with Business and ERP systems.
• Understanding of CNC machining center functions and material properties.
• Familiarity with Lean, DFT, ISO, and DFM Quality principles.
• Demonstrated ability to function as a team leader in a team-based organizational environment.
• Practical application of manufacturing test equipment.
• Great communication skills and ability to work directly with clients.
• Leadership skills with experience in managing process, operations, deadlines, and audits.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in new product development and operations management.
• Industrial and electrical engineering knowledge.
• Experience with SolidWorks is a plus.
• Experience in an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative company culture.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Cast Aluminum Solutions offers a competitive salary, full benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life, EAP and
401kwith employer match. Cast Aluminum Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in North Aurora,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Salary : $80,000 - $90,000