Program Manager

DBG is a full-service organization that is committed to providing our customers with exceptional quality, on time delivery and cost saving opportunities. DBG supplies high quality metal stamping & fabrication to the automotive, heavy truck and appliance industries. At DBG, we rely on the strength and experience of our Associates for our success.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate projects kick off upon receipt of purchase order/authorization and all applicable documentation.
• Adhere to work order system protocol to establish all required documentation.
• Ensure that contract review (QS-9000 4.3 procedure) meetings are held with all applicable production team members in the time frame allotted.
• Project timelines and all other documentation related to timing and receive sign off from production plant sponsors or customers.
• Work with all production plant cross functional teams to establish APQP requirements and lead successful launch of the program.
• Oversee all new tooling/equipment designs and ensure that all customer criteria and standards are met.
• Champion all design reviews required. (QS9000 4.4 procedure). Ensure that all meeting minutes and documentation is properly signed off and all counter measures and modifications are followed up.
• Sources of inspection fixtures and other required quality gauges. Follow up on build status and timely delivery as dictated by project timeline.
• Oversee all outsource tooling/equipment with the assistance of technical functional managers. Audit and monitor progress while ensuring all sub-suppliers adhere to DBG specifications.
• Project progress updates and reports as required by Department Manager or production plant sponsors and customer specific reporting as required.
• Establish project budget with all departments involved. Maintain and update accurately with given systems as required.
• Ensure all PPAP/approval documentation package is complete and delivered to appropriate customer contact on time.
• Project closure with all documentation adhering to ISO/QS 9000/TS16949 procedures along with all required sign off and approved PPAP’s (if applicable)

TECHNICAL SUPPORT/CONSULTING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist sales and estimating on quote reviews and process information.
• Support departments within Engineering in regards to project timing and budget information.
• Customer support as required by Account Manages on new or current projects.
• Assist production plants with customer quality requirements and expectations.
• Facilitate any customer visits on behalf of the production plants and as required for the purpose of progress reporting.
• Assist toolroom/plants with procurement of specialty items or services as required.
• Review all new tooling and equipment designs and facilitate cross functional buyoff of the design
• Will and able to work with their hands to support the cross functional team when necessary

EDUCATION REQUIRED

• Post Secondary Education in engineering degree/certificate or equivalent experience

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Tooling and design knowledge and experience in a metal stamping environment, quoting, design and project management. Knowledge and experience with continuous improvement planning, concepts, action plans/procedures, use of SPC and JIT methods and procedures. Be able to work with budgets and financial planning.

• Previous Program Management experience with automotive launches
• 5+ years project management experience
• Experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks or NX)
• Proficient with GD&T
• Previous experience with stamping and welding processes
• Experience with Customer/ Supplier interaction experience
• Microsoft Project skill
• Proven Organization Skills

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00-$95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person