Technical Program Manager

Job TitleTechnical Program ManagerWhat Can We Offer You For All Your Hard Work?Competitive salary, PTO program, nine (9) paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage at no cost to employee, tuition assistance, pet insurance, flexible spending plans, health spending plans, comprehensive online learning center, 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company 30% match (100% vested after six years).Get To Know UsFM Industries can promise you an environment that not only encourages your best, but also rewards it with plenty of room to grow. FM Industries is a premier manufacturing solutions provider. We specialize in build to print, precision machined components, anodizing, and engineered thermal spray coatings. We provide customers leading edge support from prototype to production.Summary Of PositionThe Technical Program Manager is responsible for the management, coordination, and implementation of Process Engineering projects. This role drives Continuous Improvement Projects (CIP), Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) initiatives, Engineering Support Requests (ESRs), Corrective Action Requests (CARs), and engineering-related safety improvement activities by coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring timely completion of project deliverables.Essential DutiesDevelops comprehensive project plans, including timelines, and dependencies to guide projects from initiation to completion.Identifies necessary resource allocations or challenges to support project timelines.Leads and coordinates cross functional efforts across teams to ensure alignment and effective project execution.Identifies potential risks, develops mitigation strategies and proactively addresses issues to minimize project impact.Tracks metrics against key performance indicators (KPIs).Coordinates and tracks Engineering Support Requests (ESRs) across engineering departments to ensure timely execution and closure.Facilitates and drives Continuous Improvement Projects (CIP), Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) initiatives, and other operational improvement activities.Tracks and drives Corrective Action Requests (CARs) assigned to engineering teams to ensure actions are completed and closed on schedule.Coordinates and monitors engineering and technician activities related to safety improvements, corrective actions, hazard mitigation, and regulatory compliance requirements.Supports Process Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams by coordinating priorities, tracking deliverables, and driving closure of project actions to enable successful execution of operational and improvement initiatives.Identifies opportunities to streamline workflows and improve project management across multiple sites.Comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Company policy and accepted safe work practices.Perform additional related duties as assigned.Education And/Or Experience RequiredBachelor's degree in engineering or related field; or 3 years related work experience in Semiconductor, Aerospace, Medical or Automotive industry in a manufacturing environment.Experience supporting process improvement initiatives, Continuous Improvement Projects (CIP), Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) reduction activities, Engineering Support Requests (ESRs), Corrective Action Requests (CARs), or other manufacturing improvement programs preferred.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project).Physical Demands While Performing The JobStanding or sitting for extended periods of time, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, or bending to the floor; use hands to handle or feel parts and materials; reach with hands and arms and overhead; and talk and/or hear instructions and equipment sounds.Occasionally sitting or standing.Lifting and/or moving items up to 40 pounds.Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Ability to differentiate shades and color to identify coating defects.Near acuity or accommodation required for reading instrumentation and documentation, dial and digital gauges, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of coating operations.Ability to handle delicate parts.Working Environment Of The JobRegularly exposed to moving equipment, mechanical parts, ovens, and risk of burns.Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.High noise levels from operating machines.The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to hazardous materials commonly used in a manufacturing environment (i.e., safety glasses and shoes, gloves, ear plugs/covers, mask, cleanroom suit).Approximately 80/20 office and shop floor environment.Low noise levels in office environment.High noise levels while working near operating machines.Physical hazards while working near moving equipment and mechanical parts.Possible breathing of fumes, odors, dust, and mist.CultureAt FM Industries our success is powered by people and technology. Our culture is what makes FM a fun and rewarding place to work. We champion diversity and we are always seeking new ways to amaze our customers. Success is celebrated and integrity is the core of who we are at FM Industries.FM Industries ValuesCustomer Focus - Partnering to deliver excellence and innovationSafety - Prioritizing the wellbeing of our peopleIntegrity - Achieving our best through mutual respect and teamworkQuality - Investing in our People, Processes, and ProductsAccountability - Taking ownership of our words, actions and resultsGive us your best and we'll give you ours!