Project Manager

Alkegen•Novi, MI

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager is responsible for managing the portfolio of projects which are required to enable effective industrialization of new battery fire protection and emission control products supplying the automotive industry, as a tier 1 supplier and energy storage solution industries. The role will involves working cross-functionally to develop and manage a program of projects which will deliver most effective and standardized manufacturing techniques. The focus will be on new product programs, which will require close cooperation with pursuit and New Product Development teams. Critical to the success of this professional will be their ability to be a proactive leader who is collaborative, drives for results, and directly contributes to actions needed to create new revenue platforms by implementing most effective manufacturing processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in advanced manufacturing, preferably within the automotive supply or battery industries.
Proven track record in complex project management, ideally co-ordination multiple projects in a program approach.
Strong knowledge of advanced manufacturing technologies and industry standards, particularly in the context of battery components.
Demonstrated leadership capabilities with experience in managing and developing high-performance teams.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.

Nice To Haves

Is a consistent role model for the Alkegen Core Values.
Be able to lead, coach, and develop team members.
Strategic project management.
Have a strong sense of urgency and proven ability to turn innovation into action.
Be highly motivated and possess vision and enthusiasm.
Possess influencing and networking skills to drive results in a matrix organization.
Understand how to deliver on short time frames and be committed to meeting deadlines.
Communicate in an open and honest way that quickly builds trust and respect.
Drives execution with the team and has a bias towards action.

Responsibilities

Technology Identification and Integration: The Advanced Manufacturing team overall will identify, evaluate, standardize, and implement manufacturing processes. This set of activities requires coordination as a program, which will be the responsibility of this role. This will include collaboration with R&D and engineering teams to incorporate new technologies into production processes. Own and systemize technology best practice knowledge. Decide which operations to consider core activities and insource, and which operations to externalize and toll. There should be a bias to internalizing as much as possible to enable greater control over the supply chain. Consider how to take a modular approach to allow flexibility in the process and ability to adapt to changing requirements and demand.
Safety and Sustainability: Ensure that all new manufacturing processes prioritize safety and environmental sustainability.
Quality Assurance and Compliance: Ensure that all new manufacturing processes comply with industry standards and regulations, including IATF, ISO 9001, APQP, and other automotive-specific requirements. Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to develop and maintain quality metrics and address non-conformance issues.
Project Management: Lead cross-functional teams to implement capital projects and process improvement initiatives. Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for manufacturing improvements. Work closely with suppliers and vendors to ensure the timely supply of quality materials and components.
Team Leadership and Development: Supervise, mentor, and develop the project and program team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Conduct regular performance reviews and develop training programs to enhance team capabilities.