Program Manager

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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.
Job Responsibilities:

• $85,000 to $100,000 Annual
• Manage the commercial position focusing on improvements to contribution margins.
• Manages Customer performance metrics engaging the cross-functional teams, when necessary, to address product quality, scrap, efficiency, internal quality systems, cost and delivery performance issues, including overall product integrity.
• Manage the Customer interface on a regular basis to resolve any commercial issues, outstanding engineering changes and product quality improvements.
• Manage the Engineering Change process as it relates to programs of responsibility (established programs).
• Generate and maintain project timelines, open issues and correspondence, where necessary, to drive continuous improvement (ie: productivity improvement - scrap reduction); tracking issues and their progress with solid targets and timing.
• Facilitate, when necessary, resolution to issues with the individual manufacturing groups.
• Communicate program information to Company Executive Team on monthly basis.
• Ensure all PPAP deliverables are submitted by the product team and submit final PPAP to Customer.
• Manage Customer tooling approval process to optimize cash flow.
• Participate in new product PDTs and engage team members, when appropriate, to ensure a smooth and flawless launch and transfer of new program information timely.
• Generate cost improvement opportunities through mandatory plant floor reviews with Program and Operational Teams.
• Lead PDTs to drive current program deliverables and performance.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Notice regarding the use of AI:
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system.
These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team.
Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting