Kendrick Plastics is a leading automotive supplier delivering high-quality plastic components to some of North America's best-selling vehicles. As a Tier 1.5 supplier, we combine the capabilities of a larger organization with the speed, flexibility, and hands-on culture of a growing company.
We look for people who take ownership, solve problems, and want to make an impact. At Kendrick, your contributions are visible, your ideas are valued, and your opportunities to grow are real.
Program Manager
The Program Manager is responsible for leading automotive manufacturing programs from launch through production. This role works closely with customers and cross-functional teams to ensure programs are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Manage program timelines, budgets, deliverables, and resources.
Lead cross-functional teams to support successful product launches.
Communicate program status, risks, and action plans to customers and leadership.
Identify and mitigate risks to keep programs on track.
Ensure compliance with customer requirements, quality standards, and company policies.
Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the program lifecycle.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of Program or Project Management experience in automotive manufacturing.
Experience managing complex programs, budgets, and customer relationships.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Grand Rapids, MI
Skills
Automotive Manufacturingunmatched
Budget Managementunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Corporate Policiesunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Manufacturing Managementunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Product Supportunmatched
Product/Service Launchunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Risk Analysisunmatched
Risk Managementunmatched
Salesunmatched
Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)unmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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