Program Manager

Ascential Technologies

  • Shelby Township, Michigan
  • 30+ days ago
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    Skills

    • Assembly Equipmentunmatched
    • Assembly Lineunmatched
    • Automationunmatched
    • Automation Systemsunmatched
    • Automotive Manufacturingunmatched
    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Change Controlunmatched
    • Contingency Plansunmatched
    • Contract Requirementsunmatched
    • Corrective Actionunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Industry Standardsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Machine Toolunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Automationunmatched
    • Manufacturing Managementunmatched
    • Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
    • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Performance Analysisunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Production Systemsunmatched
    • Project Developmentunmatched
    • Project Executionunmatched
    • Project Lifecycleunmatched
    • Project Planningunmatched
    • Project Scheduleunmatched
    • Project Trackingunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Resource Managementunmatched
    • Riskunmatched
    • Risk Analysisunmatched
    • Risk Managementunmatched
    • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
    • Safety Complianceunmatched
    • Supply Chainunmatched
    • Technical Analysisunmatched
    • Test Equipmentunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched

    Description

    Key Responsibilities

    Project Planning & Execution

    • Lead end-to-end project management for custom automation equipment, including assembly lines, test systems, and machine builds
    • Develop detailed project plans outlining scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation, and deliverables
    • Define project milestones and ensure alignment with internal teams and customer expectations
    • Manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

    Cross-Functional Leadership

    • Coordinate with Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Controls), Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure seamless execution
    • Facilitate regular project meetings, including design reviews, progress updates, and risk assessments
    • Drive accountability across teams to meet project timelines and deliverables

    Monitoring & Problem Solving

    • Track project performance against schedule, budget, and scope
    • Identify potential risks, bottlenecks, or delays, and implement corrective actions
    • Lead root cause analysis and resolution of technical, production, or supplier-related issues

    Customer & Stakeholder Management

    • Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle
    • Communicate project status, key milestones, risks, and changes to customers and internal leadership
    • Manage customer expectations and ensure final deliverables meet contractual and quality requirements
    • Support customer visits, system run-offs, and final acceptance activities

    Risk Management & Compliance

    • Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation and contingency plans
    • Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements
    • Monitor project changes and manage scope creep through formal change control processes

    Qualifications

    Education & Experience

    • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
    • 5+ years of project management experience in automotive manufacturing, industrial automation, or machine tool environments
    • Experience managing custom machinery, assembly systems, or test equipment programs strongly preferred

    Technical & Functional Skills

    • Strong understanding of automotive manufacturing processes, automation systems, and production environments
    • Proven experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, and risk
    • Familiarity with engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, controls) and manufacturing processes

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationShelby Township, Michigan

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