Automotive Program Manager: Launch & Production Lead

Lakeside Recruiting

Birmingham (AL)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Lakeside Recruiting is seeking a Program Manager for Casting in the United States. The role leads automotive programs from quotation through production readiness, coordinating engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to meet schedules and budgets.

You will manage APQP activities, PFMEA, and PPAP while ensuring customer requirements are met. The ideal candidate has strong program management experience in automotive casting, tooling, and supplier coordination, with a track record of launching

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering, manufacturing, or related field.
5+ years of automotive manufacturing or program management experience.
Experience managing new product launches and customer programs.
Experience with tooling projects and supplier deliverables.
Experience with OEMs or Tier 1 automotive suppliers.

Responsibilities

Lead automotive programs from award through launch and ramp-up.
Develop and communicate program timing plans, milestones, and risk plans.
Serve as primary customer contact for timing, deliverables, and program status.
Coordinate cross-functional activities across engineering, quality, operations, and supply chain.
Manage APQP activities including PFMEA, control plans, and PPAP submissions.