Program Manager

Job Description

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:

• Bachelors 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.