New Product Introduction Analyst Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Company Profile

With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents—including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil—JCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors.

At the heart of JCB’s success are its people. As a family-owned business, we are accountable to our customers—not shareholders—which gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer productivity.

At JCB, we stand behind our products—and our name—with pride and commitment to quality.

Position Purpose

The New Product Introduction Analyst plays a crucial role in supporting the introduction of new products in the factory. This position involves documenting processes, reporting on project statuses, and performing various tactical tasks to ensure successful product deployment. The analyst will work closely with multiple departments to ensure engineering and process capabilities are met before new products are launched on the production floor.

Position Type

Full Time, Exempt

Location

Onsite in Pooler, Georgia: 2000 Bamford Blvd. Pooler, Georgia 31322.

Benefits and Other Compensation

JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays.

Application Process

Applications will be accepted through Careers | JCB Careers | JCB Jobs | JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on October 9, 2026.  

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities 

• Successful reporting and visibility of New Product Introduction (NPI) projects in the factory
• Contribute to factory NPI continuous improvement initiatives

• Processing of Product Improvement documents from engineering, for Component change
• Coordinating / Determining whether parts are Bought-in or Made In house
• Issuing of Purchase Requisitions or Up-issue component documents
• Updating / Setting of SAP MRP Profiles
• Agreeing and setting cut-in dates and phase out dates for Obsolete to Production (OTP) material
• Liaising with Quality to ensure Initial Sample Inspection Reports (ISIR) / Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) has been completed prior to cut-in
• Liaising with Manufacturing Engineering, Purchasing, NPI Controller, Sales code Administrators and material planners over a phase in and out of components
• Monitoring PI’s in process, recording Serial numbers of PI’s cut-in for Service administration
• Coordinating Fit and Functions to validate the engineering change is designed for manufacture and suitable for cut-in
• Coordinating with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure SAP workflows are completed regarding any Capital investment, Work Routing, SOPS and Line Balance documents prior to cut-in
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
• Strong written and verbal skills with ability to communicate effectively across different levels in the organization
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., SharePoint, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project) and able to quickly learn other software programs
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, analytical and data driven.
• Self-motivated, highly engaged, flexible, and receptive to change
• Team-oriented, demonstrating ability to influence and collaborate with others
• Previous manufacturing and/or industrial engineering experience
• Must be open to domestic and international travel
• Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and knowledge of safety standards and regulations related to manufacturing equipment

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

• Previous experience of working in an SAP environment would be preferable
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software
• Technical competence is a plus
• Desire and proven ability to learn and grow

Job Conditions

• Both office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory environment.
• Subject to noise and temperature changes.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Remain stationary, operate hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand and move and/or walk.
• The employee must frequently move and/or transport up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

JCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability statute, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and local laws.

EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

JCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the JCB Human Resources team at hrsupport@jcb.com.

JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S., which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers.

Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.