
Project Management Supervisor - L6 & NPI
Job Description
Project Management Supervisor - L6 & NPI
Department: Program Management
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: SMC
Reporting To: Matt Hoye
Description
The Project Management Supervisor will oversee NPI program schedules, drive cross-functional alignment, ensure operational readiness from prototype through production ramp, manage team performance, and assist the Operations and Engineering departments as needed.
Responsibilities
- Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of NPI Project Managers.
- Lead the planning and launch of NPI programs to meet customer requirements for cost, quality, and delivery.
- Drive communication and alignment with internal and external stakeholders on project status and expectations.
- Review and approve production readiness deliverables, documentation, and change management requests.
- Act as a hands-on leader engaging directly on the production floor to resolve issues and improve ramp execution.
- Implement and refine standardized project management tools, best practices, and reporting methods.
- Coordinate internal readiness activities including tooling readiness, build plan execution, and line qualification.
- Identify risk and drive mitigation actions to support successful NPI outcomes.
- Track program KPIs and metrics, providing regular updates to senior leadership.
- Facilitate cross-functional meetings to resolve program issues and remove barriers.
- Ensure compliance with internal and customer quality standards, including audit readiness.
- Support resource planning and allocation to optimize project delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across project management processes.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production teams to address technical and operational issues.
- Coach and train team members in project management methodology and NPI best practices.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of project management experience in manufacturing or NPI environments required.
- 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience required.
- Strong communication, leadership, and risk management capabilities.
- Hands-on approach with ability to work effectively in both office and production floor settings.
- PMP, Lean, or Six Sigma certification preferred.
Reasons you should work for us:
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.
- Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.
- 401K with employer contribution.
- Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.
- Onsite Aurora Health & Wellness Center available for all employees.
- Employees are continuously encouraged to learn and grow their careers in smart manufacturing.