Manager of New Product Development
Job Title: Manager of New Product Development
Job Type: Full Time, Direct Hire
Location: Detroit, MI (onsite role)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week
Company Overview: Our client is a leading provider of specialized safety flooring products and surface technologies. Their products include slip-resistant plates, grating, planks, and covers designed for various applications in industrial, commercial, municipal, and recreational spaces. Their patented high-friction coating technology enhances safety by reducing slips and falls, particularly in environments prone to oil, chemical, or water spills. The company, headquartered in Detroit, has been providing safety solutions since its inception in 1987.
Job Summary:
Our client is seeking an innovative and results-driven Manager of New Product Development to lead the creation and launch of cutting-edge slip-resistant products. This role will oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from ideation to market introduction, ensuring that new offerings align with the company's mission to eliminate preventable slips and falls while meeting the evolving needs of industrial, commercial, and municipal clients. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise, creative problem-solving, and leadership skills to drive product innovation and maintain the company's position as an industry pioneer.
Responsibilities:
· Product Innovation: Develop and implement new safety flooring products and technologies that align with company mission and market trends.
· Team Management: Lead a cross-functional team of engineers, researchers, and designers to ensure effective collaboration and project execution.
· Research and Development: Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in safety flooring solutions.
· Product Testing and Validation: Oversee the testing and validation of new products to ensure they meet safety standards and customer requirements.
· Project Management: Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective product launches.
· Collaboration with Sales and Marketing: Work closely with sales and marketing teams to understand customer needs and develop products that meet market demands.
· Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all new products comply with relevant safety regulations and standards.
Requirements:
· Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related field. An advanced degree is preferred.
· Experience: 5+ years of experience in product development, preferably in the safety flooring or materials science industry. Experience in the Food & Beverage vertical is a plus.
· Skills: Strong knowledge of materials (e.g., steel, aluminum, coatings), manufacturing processes, and product testing methodologies; familiarity with CAD software and prototyping tools. Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.
· Industry Knowledge: Understanding of safety standards (e.g., OSHA, ANSI) and experience in industrial or commercial product markets is a plus.
· Innovation Mindset: Passion for developing practical, customer-focused solutions that enhance safety and performance
· Certifications: Relevant certifications in safety management or product development are advantageous.
DETAILS AT A GLANCE
JOB TITLE: Manager of New Product Development
TIME COMMITMENT: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week
HOURS: Day Shift hours
JOB TYPE: Full Time
LOCATION: Detroit, MI
START DATE: ASAP
APPLICATION DEADLINE: ASAP
BNA RECRUITER: Nick Yacobi
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This role is a FULL TIME position sourced through BNA. You would be employed and paid by the client company but we would represent you up until the offer stage.