Program Manager

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Essential Job Functions:

Align with our company culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures by exemplifying our C.L.E.A.R Principles.

Curiosity- look for a better way as a solutions-oriented problem solver.

Leadership- take ownership and be the catalyst of change.

Enthusiasm- be motivated and passionate about your work.

Accountability- deliver on commitments and act with integrity.

Respect- be present, listen and engage with inclusive open, honest, and direct communication.

Responsibilities include:

Direct and coordinate activities of a cross-functional team for the quotation, design, development, and launch for:

• Product Life-Cycle changes
• New product development & launch (NPI)

Assure that projects are completed on time, to budget, and meet customer expectations.

Support life cycle management (LCM) review initiatives on all products.

Lead efforts to resolve all technical issues related to design, performance, compliance, manufacturability, and/or quality.

Analyze and provide technical input to product designs, manufacturing methods, validation plans, and component designs. Components typically include injection molded plastic parts, die cast parts, stampings, and machined parts.

Serve as the primary technical interface for customers as well as internal Sales & Marketing personnel.

Analyze technology trends and integrate latest technology into Truck-Lite products in conjunction with the Design group to ensure that Truck-Lite maintains its competitive advantage and status as the preferred supplier of lighting and visibility products.

Evaluate and resolve manufacturing and performance issues with Manufacturing and Quality Departments to reduce potential NCR's and field issues, and to avoid customer dissatisfaction.

Assure that new products are developed and documented in accordance with internal NPI (New Product Introduction) procedures as well as TS16949 requirements.

Lead efforts to develop product specifications / definitions in conjunction with customers and sales personnel.

Direct and coordinate activities of a cross-functional engineering team to complete new product quotations and develop capital budgets.

Assist with Corporate productivity improvement projects and the timely achievement of engineering productivity goals.

Position requires compliance with the Technology Control Plan and the Federal Export Control Policy established for the Corporation.

Education Requirement(s):

4-year engineering degree in any of the following disciplines: Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering. Candidates with other technical degrees will be considered based on relevant work experience.

Experience Requirement(s):

• 4+ years of project management experience
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or other project management software tools
• Understanding of quality management, data analysis, and root cause analysis
• Understanding of supply chain, manufacturing operations, and material processes
• Demonstrated ability to lead a cross-functional team
• Ability to work across a matrix organization, manage stakeholder communication, identify roadblocks, and project manage issues to resolution
• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple large-scale projects at the same time
• Understanding of commercial, technical, and financial disciplines
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Strong relationship building and conflict resolution skills

Additional Information:

Truck-Lite Co., LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vets/Disabled, committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

Due to international Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) requirements, all candidates must be presently classified as a "US Person" which includes United States citizen; a permanent legal resident (green card holder); or a protected individual (refugee/asylum status).