Program Manager

Magna International; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector is seeking an experienced Program Manager to oversee and lead various automotive technology projects from inception to production. The successful candidate will have substantial experience within cross-functional teams, including quality and manufacturing engineering, to support program success and ensure customer commitments are met. Join our dynamic team to contribute to innovative automotive solutions.

Qualifications

• 7 or more years of work-related experience.
• Cross function experience in Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Design and Financials.
• Experience with OEM customer base.

Responsibilities

• Manage and report on multiple program phases and costs.
• Drive APQP disciplines within the organization.
• Provide guidance in program-related decisions.

Skills

Cross function experience

OEM customer base experience

DFSS and/or Six Sigma experience

Knowledge of manufacturing processes

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Business Administration or Engineering

Community college diploma/certificate

Tools

D/PFMEA

DFM

VA/VE

DOE

DVP&R

PPAP

Job description

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:

The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage, monitor and analyze key tasks, activities and cost through the multiple phases of the program
• Outline timing, monitor and report (monthly) all activities (internal and external) on a division program with respect to: Total program [costs/budgets], Open issues (total program – departmental and supplier) of a divisional program, Meeting reports, Suppliers and Coordination of cross-functional team responsibilities (internally and externally) for divisional program issues.
• Involvement in customer negotiations
• Ownership for programs from conception to production. (“Cradle To Grave”)
• Drive APQP disciplines within organization
• Lead CFT and hold team members accountable to timelines, budget, etc.
• Meet or exceed budget and improve contribution margin
• Obtain and present divisional metrics that are related to the specified program to the Chief Program Manager/ Senior Program Manager
• Utilize Company and Customer Timing Plans, Time/resource Activity Plans, Program Open Issues Lists, PDP and Meeting Reports to control the activities of all resources assigned to Division Program.
• Interface with Project Managers as necessary on program related new business opportunities.
• Provide guidance to Management in all Program related decisions.
• Provide timely coaching, counselling and feedback to employees, as well as input into Performance Reviews of assigned CFT members.
• Maintain a confidential and professional demeanor at all times.
• Work in a safe manner at all times including the use of PPE.
• Abide by company rules and policies as set out in the Employee Handbook.
• Set SOW/SOR for all new programs.
• Establish and develop the Cross Functional Teams
• Meet all customer commitments and all customer milestones
• Obtain proficiency in TCAS
• Manage production and prototype tool progress
• Conduct all necessary Launch Readiness Reviews
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications and Skills

• Completion of community college diploma/certificate.
• 7 or more years of work-related experience.
• Post-secondary diploma in Business Administration or Engineering OR minimum of 8 years’ experience in the field of high-volume production mechanical devices involving knowledge of manufacturing, supplier technical representation with OEM’s, resource planning and reporting for engineering projects, and experience with business case analysis and reporting.
• Cross function experience, including Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Design and Financials.
• Experience with OEM customer base.
• DFSS and/or Six Sigma experience preferred
• Familiar with the following tools: D/PFMEA, DFM, VA/VE, DOE, DVP&R, PPAP etc.

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:

The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage, monitor and analyze key tasks, activities and cost through the multiple phases of the program
• Outline timing, monitor and report (monthly) all activities (internal and external) on a division program with respect to: Total program [costs/budgets], Open issues (total program – departmental and supplier) of a divisional program, Meeting reports, Suppliers and Coordination of cross-functional team responsibilities (internally and externally) for divisional program issues.
• Involvement in customer negotiations
• Ownership for programs from conception to production. (“Cradle To Grave”)
• Drive APQP disciplines within organization
• Lead CFT and hold team members accountable to timelines, budget, etc.
• Meet or exceed budget and improve contribution margin
• Obtain and present divisional metrics that are related to the specified program to the Chief Program Manager/ Senior Program Manager
• Utilize Company and Customer Timing Plans, Time/resource Activity Plans, Program Open Issues Lists, PDP and Meeting Reports to control the activities of all resources assigned to Division Program.
• Interface with Project Managers as necessary on program related new business opportunities.
• Provide guidance to Management in all Program related decisions.
• Provide timely coaching, counselling and feedback to employees, as well as input into Performance Reviews of assigned CFT members.
• Maintain a confidential and professional demeanor at all times.
• Work in a safe manner at all times including the use of PPE.
• Abide by company rules and policies as set out in the Employee Handbook.
• Set SOW/SOR for all new programs.
• Establish and develop the Cross Functional Teams
• Meet all customer commitments and all customer milestones
• Obtain proficiency in TCAS
• Manage production and prototype tool progress
• Conduct all necessary Launch Readiness Reviews
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications and Skills

• Completion of community college diploma/certificate.
• 7 or more years of work-related experience.
• Post-secondary diploma in Business Administration or Engineering OR minimum of 8 years’ experience in the field of high-volume production mechanical devices involving knowledge of manufacturing, supplier technical representation with OEM’s, resource planning and reporting for engineering projects, and experience with business case analysis and reporting.
• Cross function experience, including Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Design and Financials.
• Experience with OEM customer base.
• DFSS and/or Six Sigma experience preferred
• Familiar with the following tools: D/PFMEA, DFM, VA/VE, DOE, DVP&R, PPAP etc.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting

About Us

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people. In the right environment, your ideas can turn into industry-changing automotive technologies and improve the lives of people around the world.