Metal Stamping Program Manager

Kenmode Precision Metal Stamping; Algonquin (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenmode Precision Metal Stamping is seeking a detail-oriented Metal Stamping Project Manager to coordinate tooling programs, ECs, and prototypes from PO receipt through customer approval and production readiness. You will liaise between customers and internal departments to ensure on-schedule delivery, accurate documentation, and fulfillment of customer requirements.

The role requires strong manufacturing knowledge and excellent communication skills, with a focus on APQP and cross-functional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Technical education in manufacturing technology or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years in a manufacturing environment or machine shop.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
• Experience with APQP, quality documentation, and customer approvals is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate new tooling programs, ECs, and prototypes fromPO receipt to final customer approval.
• Ship first article samples with complete QC documentation to customers.
• Develop and implement preliminary packaging for new products; source special packaging as needed.
• Coordinate activities across departments to keep tooling and projects on schedule.
• Act as technical liaison between customers and Kenmode personnel for tooling programs.
• Prepare APQP documentation and lead kickoff meetings with department heads.
• Assist in resolving issues from design reviews and ensure follow-up.
• Provide regular status updates and written progress reports to customers.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Technical aptitude

Problem solving

Customer focus

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical education in manufacturing technology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel)

CNC equipment knowledge

Lathes

Welding equipment

Job description

Kenmode Precision Metal Stamping is seeking a detail-oriented Metal Stamping Project Manager to coordinate tooling programs, ECs, and prototypes from PO receipt through customer approval and production readiness. You will liaise between customers and internal departments to ensure on-schedule delivery, accurate documentation, and fulfillment of customer requirements.

The role requires strong manufacturing knowledge and excellent communication skills, with a focus on APQP and cross-functional