Program Manager - Steel & Manufacturing

Calqulate; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Calqulate is seeking an experienced Operations Program Manager to lead cross‑functional manufacturing and operational initiatives for its Fredericksburg region facility. You will bridge plant operations, engineering, and supply chain to optimize throughput and guide capital projects.

In this mid‑senior role (8+ years), you will drive Lean/Six Sigma projects, manage production scheduling, risk mitigation, and ensure safety compliance while delivering data‑driven updates to senior executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive program management or engineering leadership experience in industrial manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in production planning, workflow optimization, and capital improvement projects.
• Proven experience applying Lean / Six Sigma to improve manufacturing performance.
• Solid knowledge of OSHA standards and industrial safety regulations.
• On-site work experience at a manufacturing facility in Fredericksburg, VA area.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing and operational initiatives across divisions from scope through delivery.
• Collaborate with plant leadership, engineering and supply chain to enforce schedules and on-time delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma to eliminate waste and maximize yield.
• Oversee production scheduling, capacity planning, and workflow mapping to resolve bottlenecks.
• Identify risks early and implement contingency plans to safeguard timelines and budgets.
• Support capital expansion projects including equipment upgrades and process modifications.
• Ensure all activities comply with safety protocols and OSHA standards.
• Provide data-driven updates and KPI reporting to senior executives.

Skills

Program management

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional leadership

Production planning

KPIs reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Program Manager - Industrial Manufacturing & Operations

Location: Fredericksburg / Northern Virginia Area (On-Site)

Industry: Building Materials / Metals Manufacturing & Construction

Experience Level: Mid-Senior Level (8+ Years)

Job Function: Engineering / Program Management / Operations

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: Competitive Base Salary + Performance Incentives

Relocation: Limited Assistance Available

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Operations Program Manager to lead cross‑functional manufacturing and operational initiatives for an established building materials manufacturer in the Fredericksburg region.

In this high‑impact position, you will bridge plant operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to optimize production throughput, oversee continuous improvement programs, and manage capital projects from planning through execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Manage multiple manufacturing, fabrication, and operational initiatives across the construction and building materials division from initial scope through delivery.
• Cross‑Functional Execution: Collaborate daily with plant leadership, engineering, and supply chain teams to enforce production schedules and meet on‑time delivery targets.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead operational excellence initiatives utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, and process optimization methodologies to eliminate waste and maximize plant yield.
• Production Optimization: Oversee production scheduling, capacity planning, and workflow mapping to resolve shop‑floor bottlenecks.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify operational, supply chain, and production risks early; implement proactive contingency plans to safeguard project timelines and budgets.
• Capital Projects & Upgrades: Support plant expansion and capital improvement projects, including equipment installations, tooling upgrades, and process modifications.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all program activities comply with company safety protocols and OSHA regulatory standards.
• Leadership Reporting: Deliver data‑driven updates, KPI tracking, and project status reports to senior operational executives.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 8+ years of progressive program management or engineering leadership experience within industrial manufacturing, heavy fabrication, structural steel, or building materials.
• Operational Mastery: Hands‑on experience driving shop‑floor production planning, workflow optimization, and capital improvement projects.
• Continuous Improvement: Proven track record applying Lean / Six Sigma principles to improve manufacturing performance.
• Compliance & Safety: Solid working knowledge of OSHA standards and industrial safety regulations.
• Work Modality: Able to work 100% on‑site at the manufacturing facility in the broader Fredericksburg, VA area.