New Product Development Manager

• Lead new product development initiatives from concept to commercial launch.
• Drive innovation by identifying and evaluating new materials, components, and product opportunities.
• Partner closely with customers, suppliers, engineering, manufacturing, quality, and commercial teams.
• Manage multiple development projects simultaneously in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Support the implementation and qualification of new materials and suppliers.
• Oversee technical aspects of new product introductions and specification management.
• Develop and improve product development processes and innovation pipelines.
• Provide leadership, mentor-ship, and technical guidance to product development team members.
• Support regional and global development projects and cross-functional initiatives.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Drive innovation, shape strategy, and leave a lasting impact.Lead innovation and help define the future of a growing business

A successful New Product Development Manager should have:

• A results-driven mindset with a focus on achieving sales and business goals.Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in New Product Development, Product Management, Project Management, or a related technical leadership role.
• Packaging industry experience required.
• Strong track record of leading cross-functional projects from concept through implementation.
• Experience working with new materials, product launches, process improvement, or innovation initiatives.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while balancing multiple priorities.

Well-established Packaging manufacturing organization with a global footprint and a reputation for innovation, quality, and customer partnership. Operating within a specialized Primary Packaging sector, the company develops and delivers solutions that support some of the world's most recognized consumer brands.

• Competitive salary range: $110,000 - $120,000 annually.
• Generous PTO to support work-life balance.

Interested? Apply today.