Overview New Product Development (NPD) & Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager Our Commitment to YOU! At JBT, we value our employees and their contributions to the success of the business. We are committed to providing YOU with programs and options to allow YOU to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community. We also pride ourselves in fostering a genuine team culture, employing the brightest minds to work collaboratively across different teams to deliver world-class projects. As the NPD and CI Manager, you will be responsible for: (1) tracking the new product development projects and making sure that the development is following the JBT's NPD process (2) lead CI projects with emphasis on JBT Lakeland site, but also there is a chance to support other sites in North America. You will report to the Director of Operations. Responsibilities On a given day, you will: Work on new product development process - deployment and tracking Track NPD budgets Provide training on JBT's NPD process Deliver on CI projects Manage strategic CI projects at regional level Support CI strategy definition and deployment Manage Direct and Indirect savings related to CI You Have: 5+ years of experience in a Continuous Improvement or New Product Development. Bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical or electrical engineering or related discipline required New product development. Excellent Lean, Six Sigma or other Continuous Improvement Methodology and Tools. Understanding of Safety Processes. Business and operations background Experience working with Suppliers and Customers on CI efforts Location, Work Schedule, and Travel: We ask that you travel 30% of the time within North America. Location: Lakeland, FL You will be under a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite and 2 remote). Qualifications Benefits JBT Corporation offers the growth potential of a company with a developing technology that is unique in its field, plus frequent company-sponsored events and a great benefits package that includes, life insurance, disability, medical, family leave, dental and vision coverage and 401(k) plan. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of JBT Corporation to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the JBT Corporation location to which this application is submitted. Also, as a Federal Government contractor, JBT Corporation is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department. EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. If you have a disability or impairment that prevents you from completing the online application, please seek the assistance of your local employment services agency. JBT maintains active relationships with local employment services agencies, and they have pledged their support in assisting any applicant needing help in applying. To find information on agencies throughout the United States, please go to www.careeronestop.org #LI-AR2 #LI-Hybrid Benefits JBT Corporation offers the growth potential of a company with a developing technology that is unique in its field, plus frequent company-sponsored events and a great benefits package that includes, life insurance, disability, medical, family leave, dental and vision coverage and 401(k) plan. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of JBT Corporation to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the JBT Corporation location to which this application is submitted. Also, as a Federal Government contractor, JBT Corporation is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department. EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. If you have a disability or impairment that prevents you from completing the online application, please seek the assistance of your local employment services agency. JBT maintains active relationships with local employment services agencies, and they have pledged their support in assisting any applicant needing help in applying. To find information on agencies throughout the United States, please go to www.careeronestop.org #LI-AR2 #LI-Hybrid On a given day, you will: Work on new product development process - deployment and tracking Track NPD budgets Provide training on JBT's NPD process Deliver on CI projects Manage strategic CI projects at regional level Support CI strategy definition and deployment Manage Direct and Indirect savings related to CI You Have: 5+ years of experience in a Continuous Improvement or New Product Development. Bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical or electrical engineering or related discipline required New product development. Excellent Lean, Six Sigma or other Continuous Improvement Methodology and Tools. Understanding of Safety Processes. Business and operations background Experience working with Suppliers and Customers on CI efforts Location, Work Schedule, and Travel: We ask that you travel 30% of the time within North America. Location: Lakeland, FL You will be under a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite and 2 remote).