NPI PMH Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate material preparation, staging, and delivery for NPI builds, ensuring SMT line materials are properly organized, labeled, and available according to production schedules and program milestones.
• Support NPI build readiness by verifying material availability, inventory accuracy, component quantities, and required documentation prior to scheduled builds.
• Monitor material requirements for prototype, pilot, and production ramp activities, identifying shortages, discrepancies, and potential risks that could impact NPI schedules.
• Maintain accurate material transactions, inventory records, and storage locations within Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and applicable ERP systems.
• Ensure compliance with Moisture Sensitive Device (MSD) handling requirements, including exposure tracking, bake requirements, proper storage, and accurate documentation.
• Coordinate SMT material handling activities, including reel merging, offline feeder loading, line-side replenishment, and material preparation for production changeovers.
• Partner with NPI Engineering, Production, Warehouse, Planning, Purchasing, and Quality teams to resolve material-related issues and ensure uninterrupted build execution.
• Perform inventory verification, cycle counts, and material reconciliations to identify discrepancies and maintain accurate inventory records for NPI programs.
• Track material consumption, shortages, excess inventory, and unused components during NPI builds, communicating findings to Program Management and supporting inventory adjustments as needed.
• Coordinate material movement between warehouse, production, and designated storage locations while maintaining proper identification, handling, and traceability requirements.
• Support engineering changes, BOM revisions, and product transitions by coordinating material identification, segregation, and preparation for updated NPI build requirements.
• Assist with investigating material discrepancies, inventory variances, and material handling issues, implementing corrective actions in collaboration with applicable departments.
• Develop, maintain, and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to SMT material handling, storage, inventory control, and NPI material readiness.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing material shortages, improving inventory accuracy, minimizing production downtime, and optimizing material flow.
• Maintain 5S standards within PMH-managed areas and ensure compliance with company safety, quality, and material handling requirements.
• Provide material readiness updates, inventory status reports, and shortage information to NPI teams and Program Management to support build planning and execution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, material handling, inventory control, warehouse operations, or a related environment preferred.
• Experience supporting SMT production, electronics manufacturing, or New Product Introduction (NPI) activities preferred.
• Working knowledge of SMT material flow, component preparation, reel management, feeder loading, and production material staging.
• Understanding of Moisture Sensitive Device (MSD) handling requirements, including storage, exposure tracking, and bake procedures preferred.
• Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), ERP systems, or other inventory management software required.
• Strong inventory control skills, including cycle counting, material reconciliation, inventory transactions, and material traceability.
• Ability to interpret production schedules, material requirements, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support NPI build preparation.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively across Engineering, Production, Warehouse, Planning, Purchasing, and Quality teams.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify material discrepancies and support timely resolution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, for inventory tracking, reporting, and material analysis.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods while supporting material handling activities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.
• Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.
• 401K with employer contribution.
• Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.
• Onsite Aurora Health & Wellness Center available for all employees.
• Employees are continuously encouraged to learn and grow their careers in smart manufacturing.