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NPI Project Manager

ITW
1 day ago
Full-time
On-site
Lake Forest, IL, United States
$101,000 - $130,000 USD yearly
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Job Description: Who Are We? We, the Global Tool Unit (GTU), are part of ITW's Construction Segment. We specialize in the innovation, development, and manufacturing of best-in-class fastening solutions for the global construction market. Our highly differentiated products are trusted across a wide range of applications, from wood framing and finish work to steel-to-concrete installations. We place strong emphasis on Customer Back Innovation because we know our customers' time is valuable, and shortcuts are never an option. Every product we bring to market is designed with performance, reliability, and productivity in mind because our customers depend on them every day to get the job done. The GTU currently provides more than 30 tool models across a global market that combine electromechanical subsystems, balancing both pneumatic and cordless technologies, to optimize the fastening experience throughout the trades. ITW is a Fortune 200 diversified manufacturer of specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related service businesses operating in more than 50 countries worldwide. With a culture built on innovation, entrepreneurship, and continuous improvement, ITW empowers employees to make a meaningful impact while developing their careers. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a passionate and driven NPI Project Manager to help lead the successful delivery of innovative products from concept through launch phases. What You'll Be Doing Lead with Purpose - Own and drive New Product Implementation (NPI) projects from concept development through product launch. You'll lead cross-functional teams by providing direction, managing priorities, and ensuring alignment across the business unit. Bring Ideas to Market - Guide new products through the entire development lifecycle, ensuring customer requirements, technical performance, manufacturing readiness, and business objectives remain aligned throughout the project. Drive Results- Develop and maintain project schedules, key milestones, risk management plans, and execution strategies that keep programs on track for quality, cost, and timing targets. Proactively identify project risks, facilitate issue resolution, and drive cross-functional decision making to maintain momentum and achieve successful product launches. Own the Process- Lead project reviews, phase-gate activities, launch readiness assessments, and cross-functional meetings. Ensure all project deliverables are completed on time and in compliance with established development processes. Collaborate and Support- Partner closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Marketing, and external suppliers to ensure products are designed, sourced, validated, and launched successfully. Build strong relationships across the organization, fostering collaboration and accountability while helping teams navigate challenges and competing priorities. Find the Perfect Fit - Coordinate supplier activities, prototype builds, validation efforts, and production preparation activities to ensure smooth transitions from development into manufacturing. Deliver Quality- Work closely with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to identify potential risks early and implement robust mitigation plans. Support quality planning activities including APQP, PFMEA, PPAP, validation testing, and launch readiness reviews as required. Communicate with Impact- Serve as the primary point of communication for project status, risks, opportunities, and key decisions. Present updates to leadership and stakeholders while ensuring alignment across all levels of the organization. Improve the Future- Identify opportunities to strengthen project management processes, improve execution efficiency, and accelerate speed-to-market for future product launches. What You Bring to the Table Passion for Product Development- You are energized by taking new ideas and transforming them into successful products that deliver value to customers …

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