Engineering and Product Manager - Louveira

Engineering and Product Manager

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As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a century of printing experience, MCC is focused on the future by developing consumer-driven innovations and sustainable packaging solutions. Working for our team, you can truly make a difference.

Position Title: Engineering and Product Manager

Department: Engineering, Product Development & Innovation Reports To: Director of Operations

Location: Louveira, SP

Position Summary

The Engineering and Product Manager is responsible for leading and managing all activities related to new product development, product quality, cost optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives within MCC's label and packaging manufacturing environment. This role serves as a key liaison between Commercial, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Customers to ensure products are developed and delivered in alignment with customer requirements, quality standards, operational capabilities, and business objectives.

The Engineering and Product Manager will drive new business onboarding, support strategic growth initiatives, oversee product lifecycle management, and lead cross-functional teams to successfully launch new products while optimizing quality, cost, and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Product Development and Engineering team.

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Establish team priorities and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

• Support employee development through coaching, training, and performance management.

Product Development & Innovation

• Lead the end-to-end product development process from concept through commercialization.

• Research market trends, customer needs, and emerging technologies to identify new opportunities.

• Partner with design and commercial teams to create innovative, customer-focused solutions.

• Evaluate and recommend new materials, technologies, and production methods.

Project Management

• Plan, execute, and oversee multiple product development projects simultaneously.

• Manage project timelines, budgets, resources, and risk mitigation plans.

• Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

• Provide regular updates to leadership regarding project status and key milestones.

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in partnership with Production and Quality teams.

• Support troubleshooting and resolution of product and process-related issues.

• Implement best practices to improve product performance and manufacturability.

Customer & Commercial Support

• Collaborate closely with Sales and Customer Service teams to understand customer needs and translate them into product specifications.

• Participate in customer meetings, technical presentations, and product demonstrations.

• Provide technical support during new business opportunities and product launches.

• Act as a subject matter expert for product capabilities and development processes.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all products comply with applicable industry standards, quality requirements, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.

• Support audits, customer validations, and quality investigations as needed.

• Maintain awareness of market trends, regulations, sustainability initiatives, and technological advancements impacting the industry.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Graphic Arts, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field required.

• Master's Degree is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in Product Development, Engineering, Innovation, Packaging, Labels, Printing, or Manufacturing environments.

• Experience managing cross-functional product development projects from concept through commercialization.

• Proven track record of leading teams and delivering successful product launches.

• Experience working directly with customers and commercial teams is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of printing, labels, packaging, manufacturing processes, and product development methodologies.

• Experience with ERP and manufacturing systems.

• Familiarity with:

• Protheus TOTVS

• Intranet Systems

• i4s

• Strong project management and process improvement skills.

• Working knowledge of quality systems, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Language Requirements

• Fluent English (spoken and written) is required.

• Portuguese required.

Competencies

• Strong leadership and team development skills.

• Strategic thinking and innovation mindset.

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Customer-focused approach.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management capabilities.

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