Product Launch Process Engineer - Manufacturing
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Quick Summary
Lean Product Launch/Process Engineer leading new product introduction and manufacturing optimization for an innovative residential construction company.
Skills & Keywords
What You’ll Do
Product Launch and New Product Introduction (NPI)
Process Optimization and Lean Implementation
Continuous Improvement and Team Collaboration
Performance Measurement and Documentation
Technology and Compliance
- Facilitate the development and selection of new advancements to our current product and future products
- Lead the integration of new products into manufacturing processes, ensuring they meet design, quality, and efficiency standards.
- Perform prototyping, iterative testing, and feedback analysis to refine products and processes.
- Facilitate product changes and transitions across manufacturing and field operations, maintaining a seamless workflow.
- Assist in analyzing current manufacturing workflows to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
- Help streamline operations and reduce waste using lean principles.
- Optimize material flow and inventory management to achieve cost savings and enhance productivity.
- Lead and participate in Kaizen events and other continuous improvement projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve production challenges and implement sustainable solutions.
- Train manufacturing and field staff on new processes and lean methodologies to ensure compliance and adaptability.
- Help establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for safety, quality, labor efficiency, production speed, and material utilization.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for product launches, process changes, and improvement projects.
- Prepare detailed reports and present findings to stakeholders to support informed decision-making.
- Benchmark, evaluate and recommend advanced technologies to enhance manufacturing capabilities and automation.
- Ensure adherence to industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies across all processes.
Compensation & Benefits
Total rewards package
Benefits included
At Aro Homes, we are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to fill out an application, please do not hesitate to let us know at people@aro.homes. If you’re excited about this role, but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply.
What you will be responsible for
We are seeking a dynamic Lean Product Launch/Process Engineer to lead new product introduction (NPI) initiatives and provide ongoing support for lean process development. This role focuses on facilitating the optimization of production processes, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring seamless cross-functional product launches. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, quality assurance, procurement and field teams to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and uphold the highest standards of quality throughout the product lifecycle.
This position is on-site at our Sacramento, CA manufacturing facility, with periodic visits to our Mountain View office and active job sites.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field/experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in NPI, process engineering, or lean manufacturing within a production environment.
- Proven expertise in applying lean methodologies, Six Sigma, and Agile principles to improve operations.
- Strong analytical skills and experience with CAD systems, manufacturing software, and process mapping tools.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and train staff effectively.
- Experience with Jira or Agile project management is a plus.
- Experience in off-site construction or modular building a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Who we are
Aro Homes is a thriving, purpose-driven company on a mission to redefine residential construction. Aro Homes was founded to create well designed, precision engineered homes that are beautiful, livable, and durable, while being built multiple times faster and having a positive impact on the environment.
We are a diverse and experienced group of passionate and curious designers, builders, engineers, product developers, and businesspeople who are passionate about and committed to delivering on our mission. We’ve demonstrated there is a massive opportunity to reduce waste and improve sustainability while building homes in a fraction of the time it takes traditionally. We utilize a repeatable, multi-disciplinary, and product-driven approach which is unique in the industry. We are funded by world-class investors who care about transforming industries for the better, including Eric Schmidt’s Innovation Endeavors. If you share the desire to leave a lasting positive impact on the world and to join a strong culture of intelligent, passionate people, then let’s start a conversation.
aro.homes
Mountain View, CA
About aro.homes
Aro Homes is a construction technology company focused on building precision-engineered, prefabricated single-family homes faster and more sustainably than traditional construction methods.
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