Program Manager

Overview The Program Manager manages new products from conceptual design through PPAP of the product and its launch into production. Duties and responsibilities · Perform Program Management responsibilities per the current quality standard requirement and per General Aluminum procedures & guidelines. · Schedule meetings and manage the APQP project with the cross functional team to complete all tasks and confirm a launch that occurs on schedule, at or under budget, and achieves the quoted KPI’s. · Maintain program timelines and launch action plans per General Aluminum procedures and guidelines. · Primary point of communication interface with the customer and any suppliers for the respective program launches and any post SOP product / process changes. · Complete engineering assumptions for all new product RFQ's and any product / process changes. · Reviewing technical data, drawing, specifications, and performance requirements pertaining to the design, build and manufacturing of product to ensure it is feasible & meets customer’s requirements. · Manage product/process changes through the GAMCO change management process with support of the GAMCO management & support teams while maintaining communications with the customer throughout approval & implementation. · Utilize value stream mapping, time studies, six sigma, and application of lean concepts to improve efficiency, safety & reduce operational wastes with current processes / operations. · Represent the needs of the customer. · Ability to travel to other facilities & customer sites up to 40% (May spike during final phases of a launch). Other duties as assigned by Manager. Qualifications · 2-4-year Engineering or Technical Degree (Required)/ BS in Engineering field (Preferred) · 1-3 years of Program Management experience with automotive supplier is preferred, or 3-5 years Manufacturing Engineering experience in automotive industry with Project involvement. · Must have strong mechanical ability, with a willingness as a self-starter to get hands on involved. · Ability to understand production processes and quickly pick up production operations. · Knowledge of value stream mapping, time studies, and application of lean concepts to improve manufacturing operational performance. · Demonstrated dependability, responsibility, and flexibility. · Multi-tasking skills are required to manage multiple projects and various project activities. · Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. · Must be able to effectively communicate in English. · Proficiency in MS Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (intermediate or higher level preferred) Working Conditions Office setting with exposure to the plant, moving equipment and molten metal.tional excellence. Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Conneaut, OH 44030 (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred) Work Location: In person