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Magna International · 6 hours ago

Program Manager

Novi, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Magna International is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high-quality complete seating systems for the automotive industry. The Program Manager will be responsible for facilitating product development and ensuring that program objectives are met, while also managing program teams and addressing any barriers to success.

AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing

Responsibilities

Serves as overall facilitator for development of the product

Plans and directs all activities relating to the Product Delivery Process (APQP, SQA, Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing engineering)

Promotes coordination and communication of program team

Conducts all program-specific reviews

Responsible for less complex programs

Leads the program team

Manages the product program proactively to ensure timing and program team objectives are met for all customers and Magna Seating milestones

Identifies and communicates barriers to the successful completion of program milestones to the Director Program Management on a regular basis and Executive-level Management on an as-needed basis

Develops and implements recovery plans to eliminate barriers

Interfaces with required functional disciplines and departments for program support

Assures appropriate program planning to confirm that product development is consistent with established program objectives and company needs

Implements the Product Delivery Process (PDP) and assures completion of all deliverables

Conducts all phase and gate reviews

Creates master program timing that satisfies customer and Magna Seating and requirement for product configuration, costs, performance, and timing

Facilitates and maintains communications with the customer, Magna Seating staff, and Division Operations for all program activities at all levels

Responsible for creating and maintaining program management standard working files (MCT, Cost-Price tracker, Add-Delete, Tool tracker, etc.)

Other duties as assigned

Supports Internal / External efforts regarding ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949 Certification for remote site location (Group Office)

Supports the requirements as detailed in Standard Operating Procedure 8000 (Quality Management System)

Ensure employees work in the manner consistent with the organizations established objectives and targets utilizing protective equipment, devices, measures, and procedures as promulgated by state and federal regulations

Establish clear goals for workplace health and safety

Complete safety talks, safety meetings, and required training occur, as defined

Qualification

Engineering degreeProgram managementStatistical methodsProblem-solving skillsCADGD&TCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsMath-based toolsWord processingSpreadsheet applicationsDatabase applicationsLeadershipTechnical presentations

Required

Bachelor's degree (or bachelor's equivalency) in Engineering or related field or combination of equivalent education and work experience

Ability to apply academic and other engineering principles in the development of automotive components

Must demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills, and viable concept development

Proficient in statistical methods (i.e. APQP, DFSS)

Must be able to apply academic principles and utilize math-based tools

Knowledge of government and OEM specifications in area of expertise

Strong organizational skills and the ability to successfully coordinate and complete multiple tasks within and across departments to meet established and changing deadlines

Strong communication skills: verbal, written, and technical presentations

Demonstrated successful performance with independent problem solving, presentations, and leadership

Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet and database applications

Proficient with engineering design process, material and/or part inventory tracking, developing timelines, tracking costs, monitoring budgets and managing databases

Must be able to read drawings

Competency in CAD and GD&T