Production Readiness Program Manager

Job Description

As a result of growth, Chromalloy's Engineering Center of Excellence (ECOE) is in search of a New Production Readiness Program Manager.

This position may also involve business capture, proposals and Capital Expense (CapEx) execution management as the NPI portfolio constantly adapts to the customer needs. The Program Manager will participate in the negotiation of contract details and contract modifications. This position is also responsible for assigned NPI Production Readiness coordination across all operating units including existing programs and maximizing new product opportunities. Technical oversight / critique of and application of lean principles to various NPI projects to assure design process compliance will also be an important responsibility.

Additional activities may include development of business plans and proposal documentation (Scope of Work (SOW)), which would include partnering for work statements, specifications, operating budgets, risk management and financial terms/conditions of contracts.

• Under the direction of the Production Readiness Program Director, perform regular monitoring, reporting and coordination on unit assigned readiness activity. Identify and implement actions to assure projects execute per plan, minimize barriers and provide coordination of ECoE support resources.
• Develop standardized processes and tools that include financial models, business case analysis, tracking and reporting for NPI projects.
• Participation on the team tasked with the overall NPI Production readiness process development evolution (planning, execution).

• This is a critical position within the Engineering organization that is an important link to the operating units. Establishing trust and credibility with operating units will be a key success factor.
• Driving the acceptance and adoption of wide scale change into previously independent operating units will require a measured, win-win approach.
• Marshaling and motivating individuals without a direct reporting relationship.
• Managing and measuring work in new and meaningful ways from a center-led function.

1. Intellectual Horsepower – Deals with concepts and complexity comfortably
2. Business Acumen – Knowledgeable in current and potential future policies, practices, trends and information affecting the business and organization.
3. Interpersonal Savvy – Builds constructive and effective relationships, uses diplomacy and tact
4. Planning – Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of projects, develops schedules
5. Organizing – Can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; arranges files and information in a useful manner
6. Systems Management – Can design practices, tools, processes and procedures which allow monitoring and management at a distance; can impact people and results remotely
7. Working Approach – Personal dedication required to provide the central energy, discipline and drive for results in an obvious ‘value-add’ approach. Clear ownership of project performance as viewed both internally and externally.

Qualifications

• Education: Undergraduate engineering degree, MBA preferred
• Experience: 8+ years of progressive experience including at least 3 years in an equivalent role in a similar operating environment
• Skills:
  • Demonstrated industry and product experience including in-depth technology/product knowledge, industry trends and the competitive landscape.
  • Effective collaboration skills to motivate and influence others at various levels without a direct reporting relationship.
  • Demonstrated strong analysis and financial modeling skills.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skill/style to present complex ideas in a compelling and comprehensive manner.
  • A relentless and versatile learner who is open to change and enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks
  • Ability to use MS Project to manage detailed level 4 projects
  • Excellent computer experience using MS Excel, PowerPoint and other MS Office products.

This position requires US citizenship or permanent resident status since duties and tasks may include the review and/or analysis of information and technical data subject to certain restrictions regarding export, use, and disclosure including without limitation those included in the US Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR, Chapter VII, Subchapter C).

Additional Information

Chromalloy offers challenging assignments, great teams, development and training, and exciting opportunities to enhance your skills, abilities and knowledge.