Program Manager

Job Title: Program Manager

Job Description

The Program Manager is responsible for managing and delivering assigned programs, acting as the main point of contact for the customer on these programs. This role requires collaboration with both external customers and internal stakeholders to ensure successful program execution. The Program Manager will oversee programs related to automotive customer projects, including plastic injection and/or paint programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of program management for assigned programs, including prototypes, pre-production samples, production start-up, and customer launch.

• Create and maintain comprehensive program plans, timelines, and budgets.

• Oversee program governance using the Stage-Gate system.

• Manage internal communications specific to the program.

• Support the development of work cell layouts and plan incoming materials to meet launch timing.

• Oversee the creation of production support documents such as DFMEA, Process Flow, PFMEA, Control Plan, and Work Instructions.

• Recommend suppliers for equipment and production materials.

• Participate in sourcing tooling and equipment for new programs in collaboration with various engineering and purchasing teams.

• Ensure that production processes meet quoted process parameters at the time of Run At Rate.

• Develop standard operational practices and ensure compliance through observation.

Essential Skills

• Expertise in program management within the automotive industry.

• Experience with new program launches.

• Familiarity with quality systems and experience with SPC, DFMEA/PFMEA, GD&T, APQP, PPAP.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.

• 5+ years of experience as a program manager for a Tier I auto supplier.

Work Environment

The company has experienced significant business growth through acquisitions, providing career growth opportunities for employees. It is a stable business with recent success in securing large automotive programs. The role offers a good work-life balance, with an expectation of 45-50 working hours per week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kendallville, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.50 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kendallville,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 22, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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