What are the responsibilities and job description for the NPI Program Manager position at gpac?
Job Description
Job Summary : The Manufacturing Program Manager oversees and coordinates all aspects of manufacturing programs, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role involves managing cross-functional teams, developing program plans, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities :
- Program Management :
- Lead and manage manufacturing programs from inception to completion, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing.
- Develop detailed program plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
- Ensure alignment of program goals with organizational objectives and manufacturing strategies.
- Team Leadership :
- Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, quality, and supply chain personnel.
- Foster a collaborative team environment, providing guidance, support, and motivation to team members.
- Project Coordination :
- Manage project schedules and ensure timely delivery of program milestones and deliverables.
- Identify and address potential risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
- Ensure effective communication and coordination between all stakeholders, including internal teams, suppliers, and customers.
- Process Improvement :
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
- Analyze program performance metrics and implement corrective actions to address any deviations from objectives.
- Quality and Compliance :
- Ensure that manufacturing programs comply with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
- Oversee quality assurance activities and address any quality issues or non-conformances that arise during the program.
- Budget and Resource Management :
- Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring cost control and adherence to financial constraints.
- Allocate resources effectively, optimizing the use of personnel, equipment, and materials.
- Reporting and Documentation :
- Prepare and present regular program status reports, including progress, risks, and financial performance.
- Maintain comprehensive program documentation, including project plans, meeting notes, and performance data.
Qualifications :
Preferred Skills :
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
