Program Manager

ADACGrand Rapids, MI

About The Position

The Program Manager will manage the team to a successful design, development and launch of both new and current programs. Monitor the cost and timing of new or current programs. They will hold regular meetings that track the accountability of all program team members and inform upper management the status of a program. Additional direct interface with the customer in accordance with meeting all program milestones and closure of open issues is also required.

Requirements

  • APQP, FMEA, CAE, DFM, Product design, MS Project, GD&T, Problem solving methods, Lean practices.
  • Active engagement in selling new programs, changes, and ADAC/VAST to our global customers.
  • Understanding of accounting principles as they relate to cost estimating, budget tracking, and return on investment.

Nice To Haves

  • Training certification in related Automotive and Plastics engineering disciplines a plus.
  • Ability to travel internationally to support global customers is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Issue and manage ADAC CN’s.
  • Assist in creation of customer EC’s and temporary approvals (CN’s, EWOs, WERS etc.)
  • Issue, monitor, update, and distribute timing plans.
  • Communicate program status. Escalate as required
  • Lead and direct team members activities.
  • Assist in coordination of commercial quotes and review for accuracy.
  • Support customer meetings – APQP Status, design reviews, cost reviews, change control, etc.
  • Establish and track open issues.
  • Track and report on program profit margins and tooling budgets.
  • Fill in support for non PM related activities.
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