Dandy · 5 hours ago
Staff Technical Program Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
10+ years expDandy is transforming the dental industry by modernizing its practices through technology. They are seeking a Staff Technical Program Manager to lead the design and implementation of automation initiatives within their factories, ensuring high quality standards and optimal operation of automated systems.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)CADDentalHealth CareIndustrial AutomationLogisticsManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
You will take the lead in driving the technical, operational, and deployment of various manufacturing automation initiatives within the organization
Innovate factory processes, concepts, and design to enable an ideal automated manufacturing process
Work closely with factory teams to create and achieve OKRs for automation and continuous improvement programs
Work with our factory team to draft requirements documents, develop concepts, and envision the automated manufacturing process
Create Request for Quotation/Proposal (RFQ/RFPs) that documents the design requirements of the automated equipment, delivery schedule, required documentation and qualification for acceptance at machine supplier facility and our factory
Engage with vendors to construct the machines, ensuring the system aligns with Dandy's specifications and standards
Ensure vendors are conforming to Dandy’s ARS specs and requirements
Approve vendor process, process flow and automation equipment design
Design and execute FAT, SAT (acceptance testing) and commissioning of automation equipment/line into our factories
Lead the initiative in integrating the newly built machines into the factory, working alongside engineers and manufacturing teams to ensure optimal operation
Supervise and report OEE, Yield, manufacturing metrics (CpK, FMEA etc.) from automated systems. Interpret machine output metrics to drive improvement programs as appropriate
Routine status reporting to executives and escalation of issues as needed
Set aggressive targets and drive plans to achieve success
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in Advanced Manufacturing and high speed custom automation: Automation Engineering, Process Engineering, and Technical Program Management and translating NPI requirements to large scale custom automation solutions
Strong background in prioritizing tasks for AME's and Suppliers from Conceptual Design through SAT and Production Team Training
Experience in managing high budget projects and tracking spend with external vendors. Previous display of Value Engineering, contract engagement, managing NRE, and RFQ to PO issuance process
Strong technical skills, involving problem solving and issue root causing in a high pressure environment
Ability to run automation program with minimum supervision
Interpersonal skills of leadership, project management, communication, collaboration, influencing and negotiation
In-depth understanding of Process, assembly automation pertaining to equipment validation through FAT/SAT (optical inspection, GRR, OEE, Line Balancing and Process Flow optimization)
Capability to summarize and articulate technical updates into executive-level presentations (know your audience and tailor the presentation accordingly)
Constant partnership with cross-functional teams across Dandy, its equipment suppliers, and technical consultants
Willingness and ability to travel internationally up to 30%
BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or allied technical subject
Preferred
Strong professional references showcasing successful past projects
Experience with ceramics, CNC machining, spray applications, inkjet printing, etc
Experience with plastics, 3D printing, thermoforming, injection molding, etc
Experience with technical writing of specifications specific to machine user requirements
Experience with Contract engagement and negotiation of CapEx
Experience in FDA regulated manufacturing environment (ISO 13485, Change Control, IQ, OQ, PQ Equipment Validation..etc)
Relentlessly positive attitude and the ability to have fun at work
High growth startup scaling experience is a plus
Benefits
Healthcare
Dental
Mental health support
Parental planning resources
Retirement savings options
Generous paid time off
Company
Dandy
More than a dental lab—Dandy is a tech-powered, end-to-end solution delivering high-quality, customized restorations at scale.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
General Catalyst,GreenoaksGeneral Catalyst,Human CapitalGreenoaks
2025-05-02Series D
2022-08-17Series C
2022-01-20Series B
Leadership Team
Daniel Hanover
Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Technology Officer
Toni Oloko
Co-Founder
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