Job Summary
- Company
- United Foam
- Location
- Grand Rapids, MI 49512
- Industries
- Automotive and Parts Mfg
- Manufacturing - Other
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Employee
- Years of Experience
- 5+ to 7 Years
- Education Level
- High School or equivalent
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
- Job Reference Code
- MIGR - PROG MGR
Program Manager
About the Job
COMPANY HISTORY:
Founded in 1963, UFP Technologies is an innovative designer and custom converter of foam, plastics and natural fiber products serving both the consumer and industrial markets. The company has three brands and operates in eleven North American factories.
United Foam creates high-performance packaging, part and product solutions from an array of foams, plastics and specialty fabrics. Using the industry's most advanced materials and conversion techniques, we engineer unique, cost-effective solutions for a vast range of critical applications.
Simco Automotive provides high-quality development, engineering and manufacturing services for interior trim and interior structural components made from a wide range of advanced materials.
Molded Fiber is the leading designer and manufacturer of interior packaging solutions made from 100% recycled paper. Our cost-effective and environmentally friendly solutions reduce labor and save space while providing superior protection at every stage of a product's sales cycle.
We are looking for an energetic, career oriented professional to fill an exciting opportunity as a Program Manager for our United Foam division located in Grand Rapids, MI.
GENERAL SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY:
On assigned new products and engineering changes, develops an APQP plan then manages in accordance with the plan and applicable procedures to assure the product is launched on time, within budget, at or better than estimated cost, with zero defects to the customer and to the satisfaction of the customer and our manufacturing plant.
DUTIES & ELEMENTS OF POSITION:
· Manages assigned new products & engineering changes from order inception to successful launch.
· Engineers assigned new products and changes to assure they are optimally designed for manufacturability, assembly and value.
· Leads tool procurement activities on new products and changes.
· Leads packaging development activities on new products and changes.
· Reports on program progress in weekly report.
· Performs various TS16949 duties.
EXPERIENCE:
Required Education / Training:
· High school diploma or equivalent.
· Ten or more years experience or bachelor’s degree and three or more years relevant technical experience in the automotive industry.
· Two or more years automotive supply experience with blue print & CAD interpretation of designs.
· Able to travel.
Desired Experience:
· Engineering degree.
· Two or more years of automotive program management.
· Knowledge in APQP
· Capable knowledge in 7-D problem solving, design & process FMEA, DVP&R and other relevant customer directives, as well as, GD&T, blue print & CAD model interpretation.
Compensation / Benefits:
We offer a motivating, team-oriented atmosphere, a competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, disability, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.
If you feel that you have what it takes for this position, please submit your resume using Monster.com’s on-line system.
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will not be accepted. Relocation is not offered with this position.
UFP Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer M/F/D/V.
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