Project Manager, Product Launch

Job Description Title: Project Manager, Product Launch (G) Id: 20666 Type: FullTime Location: Bolton, ON Husky TechnologiesTM is a company built on innovation, strong customer relationships, community spirit, and a unique culture. We are looking for talented individuals to join us as we pursue an ambitious growth strategy. Husky TechnologiesTM offers abundant opportunities for personal growth and development, with a team of great people and an environment that demands constant transformation and innovation. Our Canadian manufacturing facilities and global headquarters are located in Bolton, Ontario, on a large, beautiful campus just 20 minutes north of Toronto’s Pearson International Airport. We provide a fitness and wellness center, intramural sports, on‑site cafeteria, and state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facilities with outstanding safety records. Competitive compensation, an above‑market retirement plan, and market‑competitive group benefits are part of our total rewards package. Range: $90,000-$140,000 Vacancy: ADD Key Responsibilities/Areas Of Accountability Lead the project from the initial Product Development Request through Production Release via the Husky Stage Gate Process. Continuously drive the project forward; lead the team to overcome challenges and escalatate roadblocks through Red Flag meetings as required. Develop the project plan with a well‑defined scope, deliverables, schedule, and resource requirements. Ensure project milestones and objectives are completed on time and meet customer expectations; track progress, costs, and communicate status to stakeholders. Provide the Integrated Project Team (IPT) with clear scope, risk mitigation and contingency plans, quality control, and facilitate problem‑solving initiatives. Coordinate with marketing, engineering, operations, and sales to identify and allocate resources for each deliverable and task within the project, including all product release process elements. Build strong working relationships and promote team effort to ensure effective use of all resources and positive conflict resolution. Drive continuous improvement activities within the Husky PMO to improve efficiency. Technical/Professional Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong organizational and project management skills; knowledge of project management processes. Strong understanding of the Stage Gate business process and the product release process. Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation). Strong financial knowledge and insight. Strong negotiation, facilitation, conflict management skills and the ability to professionally interact with all team members. Utilize quality processes, tools and techniques such as Value Stream Mapping, Affinity Diagrams, Brainstorming, Design of Experience, Gantt Charts, Pareto Diagrams, Cause and Effect diagrams, FMEA, and QFD. Plastic industry and market knowledge; Husky‑specific knowledge is an asset. Broad exposure to design engineering and product launches. Knowledge of injection molding machinery and related mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic technologies. Education Post‑secondary education (Bachelor of Engineering degree preferred) or equivalent experience. Certification as a Project Management Professional or willingness to pursue certification. Related Experience Minimum 7 years project management experience including scheduling and budget responsibilities. Proven track record in managing large‑scale product launch projects within a global organization. Strong financial knowledge and insight is an asset. Product development experience with both internal and external resources. Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into practical business solutions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of influencing and engaging stakeholders across multiple levels and functions. Demonstrated ability to lead change, manage competing priorities, and deliver results under tight deadlines in a global environment. Husky TechnologiesTM offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and respect, value and welcome diversity in our workplace. Husky TechnologiesTM also values being a great place to work and strives to maintain a safe workplace. Accordingly, Husky TechnologiesTM conditions all offers of employment on satisfactory completion of background checks. Husky TechnologiesTM is committed to developing inclusive, barrier‑free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the member of the Talent Acquisition team in a timely fashion of any disabilities that require accommodation measures to enable you to be assessed fairly and equitably. 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