Program Manager

Storm Search; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Storm Search LLC. is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead custom equipment manufacturing programs in its growing industrial equipment division.

You will oversee low-volume projects from concept through delivery, coordinating engineering, procurement, and production to meet timelines and budgets. The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years of program management experience in manufacturing, a strong grasp of engineering drawings and production workflows, and excellent communication skills to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 3–5+ years of project or program management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with custom equipment manufacturing, low-volume production, machine shops, or prototype development preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, and production workflows.
• Experience with project management software and ERP/MRP systems.
• PMP certification, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of custom equipment builds, low-volume manufacturing projects, and prototype development.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, and production teams to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Oversee production scheduling while adjusting priorities to accommodate material delays and changing customer requirements.
• Manage engineering change orders and support the transition from initial design to manufacturing.
• Communicate project progress, technical challenges, and timelines to customers and internal teams.
• Ensure projects meet quality standards, customer specifications, and delivery expectations.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and technically skilled Program Manager to join a growing manufacturing organization specializing in advanced industrial mixing and processing equipment.

This individual will oversee custom equipment manufacturing programs, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to customer requirements. The ideal candidate will have experience in low-volume manufacturing, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of custom equipment builds, low-volume manufacturing projects, and prototype development.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, and production teams to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Oversee production scheduling while adjusting priorities to accommodate material delays and changing customer requirements.
• Manage engineering change orders and support the transition from initial design to manufacturing.
• Communicate project progress, technical challenges, and timelines to customers and internal teams.
• Ensure projects meet quality standards, customer specifications, and delivery expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field.
• 3-5+ years of project or program management experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with custom equipment manufacturing, low-volume production, machine shops, or prototype development preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, and production workflows.
• Experience with project management software and ERP/MRP systems.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• PMP certification, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma training is a plus.