Joao Pedro Oliveira Pinhão Silva Mendes
@joaopedrooliveirapin
I've led international new product development from concept through mass production and managed high-volume manufacturing operations.
PortugalWhat I'm looking for
I've led a four-year end-to-end dual-chamber cylinder NPD program at Amtrol Alfa with Worthington Enterprises, taking a patented product from concept validation through mass-production ramp-up.
Alongside project delivery, I manage refillable-cylinder operations across three shifts and approximately 160 employees, using Lean, 6S, process optimization, and KPI management to improve capacity, quality, safety, and OEE.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Project Manager – New Product Development (End-to-End)
Amtrol Alfa
May 2020 - Jun 2025 (5 years 1 month)
Led end-to-end development and industrialization of a patented dual-chamber cylinder in partnership with Worthington Enterprises, managing cross-functional teams, Stage-Gate milestones, budget, risk, and international stakeholder alignment.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Minho
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Integrated Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in Manufacturing Technology, graduated in 2014.
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