Program Manager

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As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings, which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway, you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

The purpose of this position is to act as a team leader and expert, driving internal and external customers through the lifespan of a project, from concept inception through plastic part/mold design, validation, and production. Responsible for planning, leading, and organizing the APQP and new product launch functions within the organization.

• Lead and manage projects and programs as assigned.
• Main customer contact for all items in the launch phase as it pertains to customers' projects.
• Plan and develop methods, procedures and timing for implementation of assigned product launches, Engineering Changes, Value Add Value Engineering, and Continuous Improvement activities.
• Work closely with Operations, Engineering and Quality to provide consistent communications to the customer, ensure the project is on schedule, and maintain budget objectives.
• Maintain documentation including open issues, timing, key contacts, EC history, tooling, cost data, customer development.
• Coordinate and monitor all program documentation including APQP, Control Plan, PFMEA, Process Flow, Customer Test Specifications.
• Maintain quoting activities for assigned customer and programs.
• Ensure new tooling meets our Tool Design Standard.
• Interface with customer and suppliers to improve or provide feedback on part, material, and tooling designs.
• Responsible for Program Launch Key Measures and results.
• Adhere to and implement procedures that are in the best interest of our company.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience in customer interface/account management, project management, plastic processing in the plastic industry preferred.
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• Demonstrate formal Program Management experience.
• Knowledge or experience in thermoforming and/or injection molding.
• Possess a good knowledge of plastic materials, properties, usages, and limitations.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Experience with GD&T, blueprint reading.
• Knowledge or experience in automotive final appearance is beneficial.
• Must have very good customer service skills and be able to effectively interact with all departments and very diverse personalities.
• Must be able to exercise influence, motivate, move people along, and successfully drive programs.
• Ability to manage internal and external relationships.
• Ability to function with minimal supervision and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in office systems software – word processing, spreadsheets, database, and CAD and ERP Systems.

Strong written communication skills including ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Project Management and Information Technology

Plastics Manufacturing

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to , and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.