Techniplas is a global supplier of sophisticated plastic components and design-focused, multifunctional surfaces that are primarily for the automotive sector, as well as the industrial, consumer goods, medical and other markets. The company’s products follow industry trends like weight reduction and vehicle electrification, innovative operating concepts, high-quality surface finishes, and an increasing focus on convenience and safety.
The Techniplas Group runs 30 sites worldwide with production, sales and / or technology hubs and employs just under 4,000 members of staff. The company serves customers and platforms around the world, focusing on technological expertise and collaboration with customers in the fields of design and engineering. Techniplas has long-term relationships with many of the world’s leading automotive and industrial OEMs.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Program Manager directs, coordinates, and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of customer programs within area of assigned responsibility.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Gathering necessary information to initiate and complete programs
- Coordinate customer interactions and approvals for design, feasibility, flow, etc.
- Attend trials at customer and or internally
- Manage financial interface with customers (ie. Quote review, variance charges, etc.)
- Maintain strong relationships with customers
- Attend and participate in internal reviews
- Facilitate job-kick off meeting
- Coordinate customer visitation and/or progress review meetings
- Facilitate the transfer of information/material as required by the various departments from the customer.
- Document Issues / direction using the open issues matrix.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in program management – specific to plastic injection molding
- Experience with Microsoft Project and other project management software
- High attentional to detail
- Strong work ethic
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills
- PMP (Preferred)
LOCATION AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
Travel will be minimal (less than 10%).
