Manager – NPD

About the role

As an NPD (New Product Development) and Packaging Manager, you will work with internal and external teams in the design, procurement and delivery of NPD projects (process, utilities and packaging equipment) from the planning and capex preparation stage to operationalisation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Participation in NPD meetings

• Attend New Product Development (NPD) meetings and represent Manufacturing
• Participate in NPD review meetings
• Obtain NPD briefs and convert product concepts into feasible designs
• Design end-to-end manufacturing processes for production, adhering to agreed capacities

2. Manufacturing process design

3. Equipment sizing and selection

4. Project execution

5. Procurement and vendor coordination

6. Site safety and compliance

7. Monitoring and control

8. Financial modelling and budgeting

9. Technology and innovation

10. Expected deliverables

o Material and manpower movement

o Proximity of utilities and packaging areas

o Storage near manufacturing / packaging

o Effective utilization of existing utilities

o Adequate placement of change rooms and washrooms

11. Budget responsibility

Who are we looking for?

Education :

Graduate in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering with project experience

Experience :

10+ years in Operations, Maintenance, and Project Management for Green and Brownfield projects in FMCG, Pharma and Chemical industries

Expertise in project management from planning to execution for small to medium facilities

Strong knowledge of high-speed flexible packaging machines (VFFS, HFFS, Flow wraps, etc.) and various laminates

Experience with high-speed bottle unscramblers, filling, capping, labeling lines and customized cartons

Knowledge of EOL equipment (banding, case packers, palletizers, etc.) and utilities commissioning

Familiar with industry safety standards, statutory requirements and environmental management

Understanding of IoT, Industry 4.0 and data capture in manufacturing

Skilled in budget estimation for utilities (steam, gas, refrigeration, etc.)

Proficient in risk assessment, project planning (MS Project, Zoho), and MS Office (Excel, AutoCAD)

Skills : Business solutions :

o Optimize men, machines and materials using Lean Sigma tools to enhance operational efficiency

o Plan for new technologies to improve process capability and plant availability

Influencing skills :

o Strong ability to influence at all levels, including senior management

Leadership :

o Capable of delivering sustainable solutions and leading teams effectively

Communication :

o Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written

o Proficient in presentations using PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

o Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage multiple suppliers / contractors

Change management :

o Drive the implementation of Smart Factory fundamentals

Innovation :

o Ability to think creatively and innovatively