Program Manager

Location: Multimatic C-Mech, Newmarket, Ontario, Canada

Posted: March 6th, 2023

Multimatic C-Mech is seeking a Program Manager who will report to the Assistant General Manager, and is responsible for improving the competitiveness and profitability of the company by ensuring timeliness and continuous improvement in current and future Mechatronic programs.

Plant Address:
Multimatic C-Mech

1200 Stackhouse Road

Newmarket, ON  L3Y 8E4

Scope of Position

This position is responsible for managing all aspects of a successful program from development to launch, including timing, engineering, testing, quality and profitability.  Lead/Coordinate (Hands on approach).

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

• Champion the quoting process for prototype and production quotes & timing.
• Develop and maintain program budgets (costing).
• Collects /reviews and understands program information from customers.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining a program time line.
• Champion of ‘design for manufacturing’ & provides on going design input for conducting manufacturing feasibility and Customer requirements.
• Coordinates all aspects of prototype related activities.
• Manages and follows up on all new program testing (internal & external)
• Provide information for input into the preliminary bill of materials
• Coordinates purchased components kick off and approval
• Oversee kick off and approval of new/modified tooling /gauges check fixtures. (Must be present for all die trials.) Work in collaboration with Anton and other sites.
• Must participate in the specification, sourcing and negotiations of assembly and tooling contracts for program along with Process Engineering.
• Coordinate the approval of tooling/line equipment for payment. (Must be present for Assembly equipment in house trials.)
• Arrange & authorize packaging development with packaging and process engineering.
• Conducts program milestone reviews, tracks open issues and reports the status along with corrective actions to the GM and VP on a monthly basis.
• Coordinates and reviews all Process sign-off.
• Participate in weekly ECN meetings to address product implementation concerns.
• Interface with Quality Department and oversees the preparation of PPAP documentation and review submissions.
• Initiates and coordinates all new program release and engineering changes per the production ECN system.
• Must ensure the containment of new processes and parts until production is stabilized and there are no customer issues.
• Must be involved in DFMEA, PMFEA, DVP&R, FEA, Product drawings, Identification of key characteristics, control plan and design review processes.
• Communicate APQP information to customers, suppliers, sales and plant personnel.
• Customer interface- (Project Engineering, Customer Engineering, Customer Purchasing). This includes the “Statement of Work” and team feasibility / Risk assessment.
• Track and control development costs (FSS).
• Track and control product costs.
• Responsible for all deliverables. Track status of “Program Deliverables” and reconcile with cost during the life of the Program.
• Support President’s Message.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned

 Education and Experience Required:

• Must have Engineering and or Tool & Die Maker degree, diploma or equivalent experience / background.
• Minimum 3 years related experience in Mechatronics preferred.
• Experience in GM/Ford/Tesla/BMW OEMs would be an asset
• Must be able to read and fully interpret Engineering Drawings and Standards (Applicable GD&T knowledge preferred).
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Project, Internet, Flowcharts, and an understanding of Databases, MRP and CAD, software.
• High level of organizational skills required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to effectively interact with outside customers, suppliers, and all levels of employees internally.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, as well as a friendly work environment.  Learn more about us at www.multimatic.com.
Multimatic is an equal opportunity employer.

If you are interested in this position, apply by sending us your cover letter and resume.
We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities, are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.