Technical Program Manager - GA

Slate Auto; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Slate is seeking a Technical Program Manager for the General Assembly to lead strategic and operational initiatives, focusing on budget forecasting, ERP, digital tools, training programs, and long‑term planning. This role is based at our Manufacturing Facility in Warsaw, Indiana, with cross‑functional collaboration across teams in Troy, MI.

You will oversee milestones, coordinate with engineering, manage risks, and drive continuous improvement to ensure timely, within-budget delivery and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is required or preferred for advanced studies.
• 7+ years of experience in program or project management roles, with automotive manufacturing background, especially general assembly.
• Certifications: PMP, Six Sigma or equivalent are helpful.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Expertise in data visualization, KPI tracking, and executive reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination with cross-functional teams to deliver projects within scope, time, and budget.
• Develop and run program schedules, identify risks, and communicate goals to partners.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and set up a process to keep others updated on results.
• Regularly communicate with senior management on project status.
• Coordinate with engineering managers to estimate work, define milestones, and allocate resources.
• Monitor and report program status to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement to optimize efficiency and quality.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Data visualization

KPI tracking

Executive reporting

Problem solving

Budget forecasting

ERP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Advanced degree

Job description

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Technical Program Manager, General Assembly will be leading strategic and operational initiatives across the General Assembly process, with a focus on budget forecasting, ERP, digital tools, training programs, and long‑term planning. This role ensures the effective and timely launch of the general assembly line and integration with other OEM manufacturing processes, performance improvement, and innovation in the automotive sector. This role is based out of our Manufacturing Facility in Warsaw, Indiana and will have cross‑functional communication with our teams in Troy, MI.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Project Management: Lead coordination with cross‑functional teams to deliver projects within defined scope, quality, time, and cost requirements.
• Develop and run program schedules, identifying risks, and clearly communicating goals to project partners.
• Stakeholder Management: Manage stakeholder relationships and expectations by developing a communication process to keep others up‑to‑date on project results.
• Communicate regularly with senior management regarding the status of specific projects.
• Technical Oversight: Coordinate with engineering managers and engineers to estimate work efforts, define milestones, and manage resources. Resolve technical and operational problems within the given project scope.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor and report on program status regularly to ensure program deliverables are on time and within budget. Identify and escalation potential issues or risks that could affect the successful delivery of the project.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency and quality. Ensure adherence to established standards and methodologies.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience: 7+ years of experience in program or project management roles, with a strong background in automotive manufacturing particularly with general assembly processes.
• Certifications: PMP, Six Sigma, or equivalent certifications are helpful.
• Strong leadership and collaborator management skills Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills Expertise in data visualization, KPI/KAI tracking, and executive reporting
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of technical concepts and the ability to oversee technical teams.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with various stakeholders.
• Problem‑Solving: Ability to resolve conflicts and technical issues effectively.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start‑up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…

We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

About Us

At Slate, we’ve got one job: building a vehicle you’ll fall in love with, right here in the USA. We believe that car buyers—not car companies—should call the shots. We like looking at a road, not a screen. We don’t like paying for stuff we don’t need.

We like picking out the stuff we do need. We think dings are badges, not blemishes. But we know not everyone likes what we like. So, we built you a Slate: you make it yours.