Program Manager

Job Description

<p><strong>General Purpose</strong></p><p>We are looking for a skilled Program Manager with a strong track record in leading complex tooling and automation projects from kickoff to delivery. This is a hands-on role that requires excellent communication, strong technical understanding, and a genuine commitment to teamwork and customer satisfaction. You’ll work closely with a collaborative program management team, as well as cross-functional internal groups and external partners, to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and at the highest quality.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Project Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead planning, execution, and tracking of tooling and automation projects from concept through delivery.</li><li>Work closely with the Production Manager & Team Leads to keep projects on schedule, scope, and within budget.</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison to the customer, ensuring alignment on expectations and handling all communications throughout the program.</li></ul><p><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate effectively with sales, engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, quality, and logistics teams.</li><li>Lead and document review meetings across departments and keep teams aligned on goals and milestones.</li><li>Work with team to ensure all materials, components, and outsourced items are ordered and tracked efficiently.</li></ul><p><strong>Supplier and Automation Coordination</strong></p><ul><li>Manage communication with internal & external automation partners, including controls designers and programmers.</li><li>Coordinate third-party involvement, ensuring supplier timelines and quality align with project goals.</li></ul><p><strong>Issue Management & Continuous Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Address warranty issues, manage engineering changes, and coordinate required modifications.</li><li>Proactively identify risks, propose solutions, and adapt plans as needed.</li><li>Maintain documentation and reports that support transparency and program tracking.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications & Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Strong customer focus with excellent communication and organizational skills</li><li>Minimum 3 years' experience in a program or project management role within the automotive or tooling industry</li><li>Post-secondary education in Engineering, Project Management, or skilled trades is an asset (PMP designation not required, but also an asset)</li><li>Solid understanding of automation systems and tooling processes</li><li>Ability to interpret engineering drawings (including GD&T)</li><li>Exhibits strong leadership through a servant mindset and leading by example</li><li>Skilled at problem-solving, prioritizing, and balancing multiple demands</li><li>Experience coordinating with external automation experts (e.g., controls designers/programmers) is a strong asset</li><li>Familiarity with CAD software is an asset</li></ul><p></p>