Program Manager

Magna International; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Seating in Novi, MI is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead product delivery, manage cross-functional teams, and deliver on time for multiple customers.

Responsibilities include coordinating engineering, purchasing, and manufacturing activities, conducting reviews, and ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949 at remote sites. Excellent leadership and communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of diversified engineering experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and leadership capability.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate development of the product and coordinate PDP activities.
• Plan and direct all activities related to the Product Delivery Process.
• Lead the program team and ensure timing and milestones are met for all customers and Magna Seating milestones.
• Identify barriers and develop recovery plans; communicate with Director and executives as needed.
• Interface with required disciplines for program support and ensure alignment with objectives.
• Conduct phase/gate reviews and maintain master program timing and cost tracking.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Reading drawings

CAD

GD&T

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD

GD&T

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Serves as overall facilitator for development of the product. Plans and directs all activities relating to the Product Delivery Process (APQP, SQA, Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing engineering). Promotes coordination and communication of program team. Conducts all program-specific reviews.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for less complex programs.
• Leads the program team.
• Manages the product program proactively to ensure timing and program team objectives are met for all customers and Magna Seating milestones.
• Identifies and communicates barriers to the successful completion of program milestones to the Director Program Management on a regular basis and Executive-level Management on an as-needed basis.
• Develops and implements recovery plans to eliminate barriers.
• Interfaces with required functional disciplines and departments for program support.
• Assures appropriate program planning to confirm that product development is consistent with established program objectives and company needs.
• Implements the Product Delivery Process (PDP) and assures completion of all deliverables.
• Conducts all phase and gate reviews.
• Creates master program timing that satisfies customer and Magna Seating and requirement for product configuration, costs, performance, and timing.
• Facilitates and maintains communications with the customer, Magna Seating staff, and Division Operations for all program activities at all levels.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining program management standard working files (MCT, Cost-Price tracker, Add-Delete, Tool tracker, etc.).
• Other duties as assigned.
• Supports Internal / External efforts regarding ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949 Certification for remote site location (Group Office).
• Supports the requirements as detailed in Standard Operating Procedure 8000 (Quality Management System).
• Ensure employees work in the manner consistent with the organizations established objectives and targets utilizing protective equipment, devices, measures, and procedures as promulgated by state and federal regulations.
• Establish clear goals for workplace health and safety.
• Complete safety talks, safety meetings, and required training occur, as defined.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Bachelor’s degree (or bachelor’s equivalency) in Engineering or related field or combination of equivalent education and work experience.

Experience / Special Knowledge / Skills

• Five (5) years preferred diversified engineering experience or equivalent as deemed by the Director of Program Management.
• Ability to apply academic and other engineering principles in the development of automotive components.
• Must demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills, and viable concept development.
• Proficient in statistical methods (i.e. APQP, DFSS).
• Must be able to apply academic principles and utilize math-based tools.
• Knowledge of government and OEM specifications in area of expertise.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to successfully coordinate and complete multiple tasks within and across departments to meet established and changing deadlines.
• Strong communication skills: verbal, written, and technical presentations.
• Demonstrated successful performance with independent problem solving, presentations, and leadership.
• Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
• Proficient with engineering design process, material and/or part inventory tracking, developing timelines, tracking costs, monitoring budgets and managing databases.
• Must be able to read drawings.
• Competency in CAD and GD&T.

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.

Privacy Statement

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.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies. Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type

Regular / Permanent

Group

Magna Seating

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. Let's create the future of mobility, together.

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