Product Development & Production Integration
- Support and co-own product development from design to bulk production
- Independently track and manage Development, Pilot run, and Sales samples
Manufacturing & Vendor Collaboration
- Communicate design requirements, materials, and manufacturing feasibility with suppliers
- Identify technical constraints, quality risks, and schedule impacts at the factory level
Project & Schedule Management
- Own assigned development timelines and deliverables
- Update progress through project management systems
- Participate in cross-functional meetings and follow up on action items
- Proactively escalate risks and suggest alternative solutions when needed
Manufacturing Processes & Materials
- Apply working knowledge of:
· CNC, Forging, Stamping, Injection Molding, MIM, Webbing, Foaming, Assembly
- Demonstrate practical understanding of Aluminum, Steel, and Polymer materials
- Evaluate design decisions from manufacturing, quality, and cost perspectives