Project Manager – New Product Introduction
Locations: Rugby, Warwickshire & Stourport – on – Severn, Worcestershire
Reporting to: Site Manager, Engineered Ceramics UK
Overview
Engineered Ceramics UK makes specialist ceramic components that end up in demanding applications. When new products or customers come on board, getting them into the factory smoothly matters to quality, delivery and the customer experience.
Role
Owner of end‑to‑end delivery of new product and customer introductions across our UK sites. Plan work, coordinate people and equipment, spot risks early and keep everyone aligned.
Responsibilities
- Lead new product and customer transition projects from start to finish
- Build clear, task‑level project plans and keep them accurate
- Coordinate engineering, operations, quality, supply chain and suppliers
- Define process, capability, equipment and resource requirements
- Track progress, flag risks early and implement recovery plans when needed
- Ensure projects meet customer specifications, quality standards and capacity targets
- Maintain project documentation, governance and reporting
- Provide regular, clear updates to the Site Manager and senior leaders
- Drive continuous improvement in how projects are introduced and delivered
Qualifications
- Solid project management experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Proven track record delivering complex projects – ideally NPI, transfers or site start‑ups
- At least 10 years’ experience in a plant‑based manufacturing setting
- Strong planning, scheduling and cross‑functional coordination skills
- Confidence working with senior stakeholders and shop‑floor teams alike
- Practical structured approach to problem solving and risk management
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Project and wider MS Office suite
- Able to work independently, take ownership and get things done
Nice to have
- PRINCE2, APM PMQ, PMI PMP (or equivalent)
- Experience with CNC machining or automation
- Exposure to metallising, plating, firing, pressing or moulding processes
- Knowledge of quality systems and LEAN methodologies
Benefits
- A key role with real influence on how new business lands in the factory
- The chance to work across two established UK manufacturing sites
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative, safety‑first culture
- A business that values integrity, teamwork and doing things properly
Morgan Advanced Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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