TECHNICAL PROJECT MANAGER – GLOBAL ASSEMBLY & JOINING COC (M/F/DIV)

Keenfinity·Ovar, pt

Full-timemid

Job description

Position PurposeWe are looking for a highly experienced Technical Project Manager to lead the development, industrialization and global deployment of advanced assembly and joining technologies across our EMS operations.The role combines technical leadership, project management and advanced problem solving, with particular expertise in adhesive bonding, gluing, mechanical assembly, fastening, fixtures, tooling and process automation.The TPM will report directly to the COO and lead the global Assembly & Joining Center of Competence (CoC).Key ResponsibilitiesGlobal Assembly & Joining CoC<ul><li>Establish global standards, specifications and best practices for:<ul><li>Adhesive bonding and gluing</li><li>Screwing and mechanical fastening</li><li>Press-fit / snap-fit assembly</li><li>Fixtures, tooling and poka-yoke</li><li>Dispensing and curing technologies</li><li>Assembly automation</li></ul></li><li>Build the technology roadmap and identify new technologies and suppliers.</li><li>Develop processes that can be standardized and replicated worldwide.</li></ul>Technical Project Management<ul><li>Lead complex projects from concept → process development → validation → SOP → global deployment.</li><li>Coordinate Engineering, Operations, Quality, Procurement and R&D.</li><li>Drive NPI, industrialization and technology transfer between plants.</li><li>Ensure robust DFMA, PFMEA and process validation.</li></ul>Adhesive & Mechanical TechnologiesStrong technical capability in:<ul><li>Adhesive selection and qualification.</li><li>Surface preparation and treatment.</li><li>Dispensing and curing.</li><li>Bond-line and process control.</li><li>DOE and process optimization.</li><li>Fixtures, jigs and production devices.</li><li>Torque-controlled fastening and mechanical assembly.</li><li>Automation and error-proofing.</li></ul>Experience with PC, PC-ABS, ABS, metals, glass and composites is highly desirable.Advanced Problem SolvingThe TPM must be an exceptional hands-on problem solver, capable of leading complex manufacturing issues using:8D | DMAIC | A3 | RCA | DOE | FMEA | SPC | MSA | Cp/CpkThe expectation is to move from problem → root cause → countermeasure → validation → robust production release, rather than simply implementing temporary fixes.Global Deployment<ul><li>Act as global technical authority for assembly and joining.</li><li>Benchmark processes across manufacturing sites.</li><li>Support critical production escalations and launches.</li><li>Transfer validated technologies between plants.</li><li>Build global technical standards, training and lessons learned.</li></ul><ul><li>Establish external partnerships with technology suppliers, laboratories and specialized engineering companies</li></ul>  What distinguishes you:<ul><li>10+ years in Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Industrialization or Technical Project Management.</li><li>Strong experience in assembly/joining and adhesive technologies.</li><li>Experience in electronics, automotive, industrial, medical or similar high-volume manufacturing.</li><li>Proven international project management experience.</li><li>Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Materials or Mechatronics Engineering.</li><li>Six Sigma / Lean / Project Management qualifications are a plus.</li><li>Leadership ProfileThe ideal candidate is a technical leader rather than a conventional project manager:</li><li>Analytical, structured and strongly data-driven.</li><li>Hands-on and comfortable on the shop floor.</li><li>Strong technical credibility and communication skills.</li><li>Able to challenge assumptions and solve complex problems.</li><li>Comfortable working across cultures and global sites.</li><li>Able to influence without direct authority.</li><li>Strong bias toward standardization, speed and execution.</li><li>Success Measures</li><li>Global process standardization and replication.</li><li>Improvement in FPY, Cpk/Ppk, scrap and rework.</li><li>Reduction of recurring technical problems.</li><li>Productivity and automation gains.</li><li>Successful technology transfers.</li><li>Time-to-industrialize new technologies.</li><li>Financial impact from process and technology improvements.</li><li>Strategic MissionDevelop robust manufacturing technologies once, industrialize them properly, and replicate them worldwide.The TPM will become the global technical reference for Assembly & Joining, ensuring that best practices and solutions are developed once and leveraged across the entire EMS organization.</li></ul> Keenfinity benefits includes:⚖️ Flexible work conditions🧑‍⚕️ Health insurance and medical office on site (nutrition, psychology, physiotherapy and general clinic)🍽️ Canteen🅿️ Free parking lot🏋️ Sports and health related activities (gym) 📚 Training opportunities (i.e., technical training, foreign languages training) & certifications📈 Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development🌐 Exchange with colleagues around the world💲 Access to great discounts in partnerships and products🌍All our positions are open to people with disability----At Keenfinity we don’t just build innovative solutions — we shape a smarter, more connected world through technology.We value different backgrounds, ideas, and experiences and we’re committed to growing, learning, and celebrating success as one team. Everyone is welcome here — we foster an environment where everyone is respected, valued, and encouraged to be their authentic self.Keenfinity is an equal opportunity employer, offering equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and can offer support, if needed. When everyone has a chance to contribute, we all do better.