Senior Program Manager

Senior Program Manager Location: West Plant at 5055 36th St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512. Target Pay: $100,000.00 – $136,000.00 per year (plus quarterly bonus and sales incentive). What You'll Be Doing Ensures the launch team adheres to all safety procedures and guidelines. Oversees the management of all programs and assumes responsibility for customer deliverables. Develops, teaches, and monitors common program management disciplines and ensures consistent use of these disciplines in all programs. Gate keeper for understanding expectations of the customers. Together with account management, pushing back respectfully when outside of scope. Owns program and is clear leader for mobilizing both internal and external resources to meet program requirements. Initiates and maintains project folders and APLS workbooks. Leads and coordinates launch team meetings and updates the open issues matrix. Owns the APQP process and is responsible for the completion of checklist items. Is the voice of reason on launch – develops business cases for additional expenses short term that could be better for the life of the program for long term safety, quality, and efficiency. Tracks and controls all projects in real time, ensuring that all chargeable costs are assigned to the customer. Leads activities to meet quality and delivery goals for successful start of production as defined by the customer statement of work. Leads program reviews that provide appropriate status, and updated for cost, timing, and risk management. Obtains management approval prior to making decisions that will cause deterioration of established program, cost, and schedule objectives. Clearly and effectively communicates program status to leadership and other stakeholders, including timing, financial status, business and technical risks, issues and actions, and need for support. Develops and implements corrective action plans when deviations from budgets and/or schedules are evident. Coordinates and facilitates gate reviews from gate 1 through gate 5. With Plant Manager, is responsible for ensuring plant and program readiness for launch. Assures a timely closeout of complete programs to ensure that all obligations are satisfied and program documentation is properly recorded. Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives. Culture Bearer Understand and supports the values of the Triple Bottom Line (TBL). Exhibits high moral and ethical standards and high integrity. Values people regardless of their background. Exhibits the traits of a servant leader. Exhibit the principles of 7 Habits and Emotional Intelligence. Encourages open dialogue and communication. Develops high trust relationships within all levels of the organization. Pursues excellence. Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field. 5+ years of experience in program management or product development function. Demonstrated superior decision making/leadership abilities in managing multiple programs to meet goals (quality, cost, and delivery). Excellent problem solving and analytical skills. Ability to lead a team and communicate effectively (written and verbal). Detail oriented individual with good organizational skills. Demonstrated accountability and drive for results, coupled with the ability to work with minimal supervision & ability to push self/others for results required. Proficient in Microsoft 365. Preferred PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification. Knowledge and application of agile project management processes. MBA or Master's Degree in Engineering related field. 10+ years of experience in product development function. Ability to function independently in customer setting. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – starting on Day 1. Life Insurance (Company Paid and Supplemental). 401K with match – starting on Day 1. Flex Spending and Health Savings Accounts. Quarterly Bonus Program. Paid Time Off. Employee Assistance Program. Short- and Long-Term Disability (Company Paid). Onsite Medical Clinic. Weekly Pay. Childcare Assistance (Tri-Share). Flexible Hours & Scheduling. Attendance Recognition Program. Voucher programs for Safety Shoes and Prescription Safety Glasses. Employee Discount Programs. Employee Referral & Retention Bonus Program. Adoption Assistance. Tuition Reimbursement. Free Uniforms / T-shirts. Employee Resource Groups. Smoking Cessation Products and Programs. Equal Opportunity Employer We welcome and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fostering an authentic workplace where everyone belongs and thrives. #J-18808-Ljbffr