Engineering-ProgMgmt - Program Manager

Seaway Plastics•Vadnais Heights, MN

29d•$0 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of a customer program within MME’s fast-paced, high-energy environment—from design and development through production. This role ensures that customer requirements and deadlines are met by effectively leading cross-functional teams and maintaining clear internal and external communications. Program Managers drive customer satisfaction through strong project leadership, proactive communication, on-time delivery, and continuous follow-up.

Requirements

Valid identification and authorization to work in the United States.
Bachelor’s degree in business or a technical field.
5+ years of relevant program management experience in a technical or manufacturing environment.
Proven ability to lead multiple programs/projects simultaneously.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and ERP systems.
Ability to serve as the customer’s advocate while maintaining strong, professional relationships under all circumstances.
Understanding of manufacturing processes and full product lifecycle.
Excellent time management and multitasking skills, with the ability to drive projects to completion.
Demonstrated alignment with MME’s core values and culture.

Nice To Haves

Contract manufacturing experience is preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Project and/or Program Management certification is preferred.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and their practical application in engineering or manufacturing settings is a strong plus.
Familiarity with video conferencing tools, CAD, and presentation software (preferably within Microsoft Suite) is a plus.
Knowledge of product development in industries such as medical devices, telecommunications, automotive, or electronics is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead new product development initiatives from concept through production with minimal supervision.
Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules and resource plans, coordinating input from Sales, Engineering, Operations, Tooling, and Purchasing.
Gain a full understanding of project scope; identify and communicate scope changes and their impacts to internal teams and customers.
Proactively identify roadblocks and implement solutions to keep projects on time and within scope.
Monitor and manage project schedules, pricing, and technical performance throughout the program lifecycle.
Identify and mitigate risks while leveraging opportunities to meet program goals.
Hold project team members accountable for meeting objectives and deadlines.
Track performance relative to budget and schedule, providing regular updates to leadership and customers.
Monitor customer-related data, including stock status and purchase order activity.
Drive profitability from development through production by managing budgets and overseeing Working Cost Models.
Ensure all development and production orders are properly set up in Epicor for accurate job costing.
Troubleshoot issues and escalate as necessary. Resolve conflicts independently or with guidance from senior management.
Respond to customer inquiries within 24 hours via phone, email, or mail.
Support production teams as needed by providing project leadership, issue resolution, and coordination to maintain product quality and delivery schedules.
Champion continuous process improvement by identifying inefficiencies and recommending or implementing improvements in project execution, communication, and cross-functional collaboration.
Utilize Agile project management principles where appropriate, incorporating iterative planning, team stand-ups, and adaptability to changes in project scope and priorities.
Uphold MME Group’s Core Values in all work-related activities.