NPI Leader

Landa is seeking an NPI Leader to lead cross-functional efforts that ensure the successful introduction of new products from development through scaled manufacturing. This role focuses on end-to-end project ownership, aligning engineering, operations, suppliers, and quality to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget.

Responsibilities:

• Own and lead New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, from development readiness through full manufacturing ramp-up
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, milestones, risks, and deliverables for new products
• Serve as the primary interface between R&D, engineering, operations, and supply chain during product transitions
• Coordinate resolution of system, manufacturing, and production issues, ensuring timely decision-making and execution
• Lead cross-functional problem-solving efforts related to manufacturing readiness, quality, and yield
• Manage supplier engagement for manufacturing readiness, quality alignment, and issue resolution
• Drive process optimization and cost-reduction initiatives in collaboration with engineering and operations teams
• Ensure completion, approval, and release of manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and process standards
• Track KPIs and provide clear status reporting to stakeholders and management
  
  

• An engineering degree in Mechanical, Electronics, or a related discipline
• 5+ years of experience leading NPI or manufacturing-related projects for large-scale, multidisciplinary products
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects in a production environment
• Experience working with PLM systems (e.g., Windchill) – advantage
• Background in manufacturing, industrial systems, or high-complexity equipment – advantage
• Familiarity with digital printing systems, production technologies, or PLC-based environments – advantage