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Senior Operations NPI Program Manager

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Hybrid
Somerville, MA
Senior level
Hybrid
Somerville, MA
Senior level
Manage and optimize production processes in Operations, ensure timely launch of products, and collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
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To reinvent an industry, you have to build the best team. Join Formlabs if you want to bring groundbreaking professional 3D printers to the desktop of every designer, engineer, researcher, and artist in the world.

Our passion is designing and building powerful 3D printing tools. Our manufacturing team is responsible for researching and developing the manufacturing processes for all Formlabs products. They work cross-functionally with mechanical design, electrical, and materials teams.

If you’re excited to help us develop and deploy the tools, processes, and teams required to build Formlabs products, we want you as a Senior Operations NPI Program Manager.

 The Job:

  • Proactively and systematically ensure production starts and ramps as fast as possible on time, on budget, and with the right quality product meeting technical requirements.
  • Design and implement a strategic Operations production readiness program; developing and optimizing project management systems, tools, and processes. 
  • Balance a bias for action with strategic Operations program planning and risk management.
  • Lead successful collaboration with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, facilitating smooth communication and commercial release; cultivating relationships between Formlabs and its partners. 
  • Establish and utilize strong relationships across business, engineering & leadership teams to drive needed project requirements from concept selection and initial prototype builds through project completion. 
  • Drive a program and go beyond coordination and reporting. Identify risks and blockers proactively, prioritize them and help key stakeholders choose the right path forward to keep on track.

You:

  • B.S. Degree in Engineering; Mechanical, electrical, computer science, or related field. 
  • Willingness and ability to travel internationally & domestically ~10-20%.
  • 5+ Years experience working in Operations; program management, manufacturing, supply chain, vendor management, procurement or similar environment
  • Independent, self-starter with strong ability to think strategically and execute tactically with a persistent attention to full program details.
  • Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills; presenting at all business levels.

Bonus Skills: 

  • Experience with complex NPI project management.
  • Experience in an electromechanical system development environment.

Our Perks & Benefits:

  • Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors 
  • Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
  • Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
  • Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
  • Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
  • Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
  • Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community
  • And of course… unlimited 3D prints

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.  

Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.

Top Skills

Engineering Design Tools
Project Management Systems
Supply Chain Management Tools
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Formlabs Somerville, Massachusetts, USA Office

Formlabs spun out of MIT in 2011 and never went too far. We're located in Somerville, MA just past Union Square, but steps away from Cambridge. There are plenty of cafes, restaurants, and other city conveniences within walking distance.

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