Career Development
Career Development
Most LFM students pursue careers in manufacturing or operations companies. LFM students can take advantage of recruiting opportunities through career development offices at MIT, LFM, and the MIT Sloan School of Management.
Recent LFM grads are working in positions such as:
Product Manager
Responsible for exploring new business opportunities as well as new product positioning, introduction and promotion. Interacts with sales, financial planning, marketing communications, engineering, technical marketing, and operations. Determines product mix based on market, profitability, and break-even analysis.
Operations Manager
Responsible for the development and implementation of activities in production areas to meet goals, quality and cost objectives. Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency and material supply. Establishes operational objectives, delegates assignments to subordinate managers, and provides guidance to teams. Responsible for the planning, development, implementation, and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes and operations for new and existing products. Ensures the effective use of materials, equipment, and personnel in producing quality products at minimum costs.
Supply Chain Manager/Material Quality Manager
Manages the Supplier Rating System, ensuring that all supplier non-conformances are captured and validated. Manages coordination with program quality, engineering, program office, and procurement; all aspects of Supplier Corrective Action Process. Works with program teams on supplier quality processes and supplier quality. Leads the development, implementation, and continued review of product process verification strategy.
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