at Hydro Extrusion USA LLC in Rosemont, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Program Manager - Automotive
Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.
HydroExtrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.
Hydro is committed to leading the way in shaping a sustainable future and in doing so, creating more viable societies by developing natural resources into products and solutions in innovative and efficient ways to industries that matter.
JobSummary:This position is for a Program Manager to coordinate and facilitate activities related to launches and ramp up of new business opportunities for the operation; especially automotive and complex programs. The main objective for this position is to take new business opportunities fromconcept to reliable & standard production flow while meeting customer required capabilities and profitability targets. This person will coordinate, oversee and be engaged from capability analysis, presale, process trial and process verification through all manufacturing areas (Cast, Extrusion, Fabrication & Packing). This person will work closely and be a Liaison between Quality, our Commercial team and key Customer contacts.
Job Location: #Remote
Hydro employees can enjoy several benefits including:
Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
Education Assistance
Bonus Plan Eligibility
Parental Leave
Pay Range: $108,000-$123,000
Required Education/Experience:
Bachelors' degree or 12 years relevant experience. Otherwise, Associates' degree or unrelated degree plus 6 years' relevant experience.
Minimum five (5) years of industrial / manufacturing experience
Minimum three (3) years' experience executing launch processes.
Fluency in English is required.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline is preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.
Exposure to the aluminum extrusion industry is a plus.
Exposure to the Automotive Industry a plus (Tier 1-3)
Extrusion, Fabrication experience a plus
Familiarity with metals (aluminum preferred) and fabrication processes, exposure to lean manufacturing, and proficiency in technical writing.
Familiarity with PMBOK, basic program management discipline skills
Proven ability to effectively drive projects and prototype orders through a manufacturing organization and execute successful hand-offs.
Must have good interpersonal skills.
Manage program Scope, timing and budget.
Job Responsibilities:
Responsible as Program manager of the program launch from inception to a (3) month post launch period.
Work as a liaison between Hydro's Business Developmentpersonnel,Hydro manufacturing facilities, Product Development Engineers and the customers to clarify RFQ requirements, SOW (scope of work), timing and budget tracking.
APQP - complete program execution.
Capacity Planning / Asset and Plant selection
PFMEA / Control Plan / PPAP
WIS / SOP / Standard Work
SCM (supply chain management) / CS (customer service)
pVolecity / Verible margin post mortem reviews
Lessons Learned
Responsible for a successful hand off - post (3) months period to local plant team(s). Conduct studies to determine the feasibility, costs, or performance benefits of new equipment
50% travel required, domestic and international.
Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law.
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