Program Manager

Position Purpose: Program Manager provides successful new and existing product introduction through effective utilization of communication, project coordination and people management skills

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Utilizes technical experience to validate product tooling and automation design approach.

• Maintains strong interaction with manufacturing environment to support products and equipment design modifications on existing business.

• Creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.

• Directs project teams as the main point of contact for suppliers and customers.

• Manages daily operational aspects of a project, including identification of resources needed and assigning individual responsibilities.

• Reviews deliverables prepared by team before passing to client.

• Effectively applies current methodology and enforces project standards by complying with project guidelines and company standards.

• Partners with the Quality department to prepare for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.

• Manages project budget, analyzes project profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates and utilization.

• Identifies business development and "add-on" sales opportunities as they relate to a specific project.

• Holds regular status meetings with project team and communicates relevant project information to management.

• Provides technical knowledge to customer in support of Sales team.

• Leads cross functional teams in the development and introduction of new programs into the lean manufacturing environment.

• Estimates or revises costs on existing or new molding/assembly programs and directs modifications and changes to existing molds from customer revisions.

• Works with the engineering team to acquire equipment prices for new or revised programs.

• Communicates effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions.

• Adheres to company safety policies.

• Other duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

• 5 years’ experience in Project Management

• Understanding and experience with automation in manufacturing industry strongly preferred

• Understanding of lean and continuous improvement practices

• Understanding of injection molding, tooling, materials, processing, etc.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Clear and well organized oral and written communication

• Be able to motivate others to a common goal

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Works in an office and clean manufacturing environment that may include moderate noise levels and required appropriate PPE and cleanroom apparel

• Some travel required

ADDITIONAL NOTES

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company.