Program Manager (Automotive Stamping)

Program Manager (Automotive Stamping)
Duration: 6-12 months, potential C-D
Trenton GA 30752 (Relocation works)

USC GC only

Prescreening questions:

• Where and when have you dealt with the stamping process?
• Give me an example of a recent program that you managed from cradle to grave, planning to production for automotive parts.

Job Requirements:

• Must have experience managing an automotive program launch from planning to production.
• Must have experience managing timelines, deliverables, budgets, timing, coordination of resources.
• Must have experience with stamping processes and parts for automotive industry.
• Proficiency in project management.
• Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing). APQP, equipment installation.
• Experience in automotive engineering and product launch from cradle to grave.
• Ability to develop quotes and act as the point of contact for customers.

Job Description/Duties:

• The Program Engineer is responsible for managing and executing all phases of product launch projects, from planning through production. This includes leading APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) activities, coordinating cross-functional teams, maintaining project timelines, and ensuring deliverables meet customer and company expectations for quality, budget, and timing.
• Manage project planning and timing milestones; coordinate resources and activities to support various forms of product launches.
• Lead Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities for assigned projects, ensuring synchronization of internal and customer timelines.
• Prepare, maintain, and track project plans that meet milestone, budget, and quality requirements.
• Communicate project status, issues, timelines, and action items to management and stakeholders regularly.
• Support customer needs through pilot builds, testing, run-at-rate events, and internal process sign-offs.
• Present project status at defined milestone reviews, including actionable solutions to keep projects on track.

Monitor the product lifecycle to ensure long-term customer satisfaction