Product Realization Manager

Product Realization Manager

Morton North - Morton, IL 61550

Salary Range $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 Salary Position Type Full Time Travel Percentage Less than 10%

Integrity In Action

We do the right thing, even when no one is looking.

Focused on Team Success

We achieve company goals through camaraderie and serving together.

Driven to Deliver

We fulfill our commitments with exceptional effort.

Consistent Progress

We are dedicated to the ongoing improvement of our people and processes.

Professional Authenticity

We bring excellence using our individuality.

• Manage strategic customer projects and timelines.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, launch schedules, action item trackers, and risk mitigation plans.
• Coordinate activities between Engineering, Tooling, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, and Production teams to ensure successful program execution.
• Drive accountability across functional teams to meet project milestones and customer commitments.
• Facilitate internal project meetings, launch reviews, and status updates with leadership and stakeholders.
• Monitor project risks, resource constraints, and launch readiness; escalate issues proactively when necessary.
• Ensure manufacturing readiness including process development, tooling, equipment, documentation, capacity planning, and training activities.
• Support APQP, PPAP, validation, and customer launch requirements as applicable.
• Track project timing, costs, and deliverables to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Coordinate engineering changes, timeline adjustments, and launch modifications throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives related to project execution, launch processes, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain strong communication with internal stakeholders and support customer-facing communications when required.

Morton Industries, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, project management, product launch, engineering, or operations leadership roles.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production processes, and new product introduction workflows.
• Experience working with automotive, industrial, or customer-driven launch environments preferred.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, Lean Manufacturing, or continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and project management tools.