Scope The Program Manager manages all aspects of program development from concept through launch, ensuring successful execution in timing, engineering, testing, quality, and profitability. Key Responsibilities Oversee program execution to achieve the organization’s strategic goals. Define scope, set goals, create roadmaps and timelines, and oversee the execution to ensure all milestones and budgeted targets are achieved. Identify and mitigate risks, resolve conflicts, and communicate with stakeholders to ensure all efforts align with objectives. Allocate resources effectively across the various teams, manage program budgets, and track spending. Identify potential risks, develop mitigation plans, resolve conflicts, track open issues, and ensure corrective actions are completed. Keep all stakeholders informed of program progress, status, and any issues. Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate program success and identify areas for improvement and efficiency. Champion the quoting process (including timing and deliverables) for prototypes and production. Lead design-for-manufacturing initiatives and provide ongoing feedback to stakeholders. Manage all testing and prototype related activities ensuring standards and maintained and requirements met. Oversee kickoff and approval of purchased components, tooling, gauges, and fixtures. Participate in specification, sourcing, and negotiation of assembly and tooling contracts in collaboration with Process Engineering. Approve tooling and line equipment for payment after successful in-house trials. Arrange and authorize packaging development with packaging and process engineering teams. Coordinate process sign-off and ensure readiness for production. Work with the Quality Department to prepare and review PPAP submissions. Initiate and coordinate new program releases and engineering changes through the production ECN system. Ensure containment and stabilization of new processes and parts prior to full production. Participate in DFMEA, PFMEA, DVP&R, FEA, product drawings, control plans, and design reviews. Liaise directly with customers (engineering, purchasing, project teams) regarding feasibility, risks, and the Statement of Work. Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and applicable customer specific requirements. Work in a safe manner at all times. Adopt, practice, and support Kaizen principles and concepts including GEAR activities. Follow all Company procedures and policies and work in compliance and conform to standards. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements A bachelor’s degree or diploma in an engineering discipline. Minimum of 3 years of related experience managing or supporting programs in a complex manufacturing environment. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an asset. Experience with automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier program launches is an asset. Ability to read and fully interpret engineering drawings and standards. Strong understanding of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and other core quality tools. Solid organizational skills and ability to successfully manage multiple priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with customers, suppliers, and employees at all levels. Knowledge of IATF16949, ISO9001, ISO14001, and related automotive quality standards. Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office programs (Including Excel, Word and Outlook). Previous supervisory experience as a quality engineer would be beneficial. Excellent problem solving/judgement skills and high degree of attention to detail. Proven leadership, management, and supervisory abilities. Excellent interpersonal skills- dealing with customers and various departments. Ability to read, write and speak English. This job posting is for an existing vacancy. The total cash compensation range for this position is expected to be: $84,000.00 - $134,000.00 To learn more about Multimatic, check out our youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psOjJIh3t90 If you are interested in this position, apply by sending us your cover letter and resume. We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities, are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. Multimatic is a global enterprise supplying engineered components, systems and services to the automotive industry. The company's success has been fueled by its ability to attract and motivate a team of highly skilled and passionate individuals who want to make a difference. With expanding facilities around the world, including in Canada, the US, the UK, Germany, Mexico, Japan and China, there is always room in Multimatic's growing team for people who share a dedication to technical excellence, quality and enthusiasm.

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