Program Manager

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoull be doing things that matter leading at every level and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positive impact on the world providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities and fostering a culture where everyones empowered to be their best.

About The Job

Though you may not know us by name youve most likely enjoyed meals and refreshments supported by our industry-leading brand portfolio. For decades weve designed and manufactured foodservice equipment for some of the worlds biggest most recognized consumer brands. We are driven to innovate with a clear purpose in mind: revolutionize the future of foodservice.

The Program Manager is accountable for initiating leading and overseeing activities required to launch and stabilize the new Pharr Texas manufacturing facility.

Reporting to the Automation Tiger Team Senior Program Manager and liaising with various plant functional leaders as they are onboarded youll drive the internal aspects of standing up MFTs new Pharr facility.

This role serves as the coordinator of factory readiness startup coordination production ramp-up and operational stabilization ensuring the site can safely produce ship and sustain performance to defined SQDCP (Safety Quality Delivery Cost People) targets.

After successful launch and stabilization this role will transition into a permanent operational role reporting to the VP of Operations or Plant Manager with responsibility aligned to plant needs (e.g. Operational Excellence Production Manufacturing Engineering or Integrated Startup Support).

What Youll Do

The list of activities required to stand up the plant is extensive and will eventually require more than one person to accomplish. They include:

End-to-End Factory Readiness Leadership Planning

• Define and drive the plant readiness plan - from pre-completion through stable production.

• Establish and run launch governance: escalation paths readiness reviews daily action tracking.

• Lead readiness gates with clear entry/exit criteria:

  • Facility Ready

  • Equipment Ready

  • Process Ready

  • People Ready

  • Ramp Ready

Cross-Functional Startup Execution

• Coordinate execution with appropriate leaders across Operations Engineering Automation Quality Supply Chain Maintenance EHS and IT.

• Remove roadblocks and ensure decisions are made fast with facts.

• Translate startup risks into mitigation actions with owners and dates.

Hiring Planning Partner with Plant and HR Leaders to:

• Define/refine overall plant organization structure

• Define hiring plans and timelines

• Determine hiring approach & strategies with Talent Acquisition

• Coordinate interviewing as needed

Operational Systems Build-Out

• Partner with HR to define standard work training certification escalation and problem-solving processes are in place.

• Partner with Quality to define inspection plans gage readiness traceability MRB/NCR processes.

• Partner with Maintenance to define PM strategy spare parts readiness response models and reliability baselines.

Safety & Compliance Readiness Work with EHS Lead to:

• Drive startup safety systems: machine safety readiness LOTO standardization chemical handling controls emergency response readiness.

• Ensure the plant starts safely and sustains safety discipline during ramp pressure.

Material Flow & Logistics Readiness work with Supply Chain Lead to:

• Define receiving storage line-side delivery and shipping processes are ready and controlled.

• Establish inventory accuracy routines and visual material control methods.

• Coordinate supplier readiness and internal logistics to protect shipment performance.

Support Production Launch & Ramp Stabilization work with production leaders to:

• Lead startup ramp tracking: rate attainment downtime drivers scrap/yield labor efficiency.

• Implement structured daily management routines (tier meetings SQDCP tracking top loss analysis).

• Support creation and execution of the stabilization plan (first 90180 days of production).

Transition to Sustained Operations (Post-Launch)

• Lead handoff into permanent site operating rhythm with measurable KPIs.

• Ensure the plant manager and permanent leaders inherit stable processes documentation and control systems.

• Transition into an ongoing leadership scope supporting long-term performance and continuous improvement.

Skills/Experience Were Looking For

• 815 years in manufacturing operations and plant leadership roles

• Proven experience with at least one major:

  • Plant launch (greenfield or brownfield) Large-scale production transfer or commissioning/ramp of new automated lines

• Strong working knowledge across:

  • Operations Safety/EHS Quality systems Maintenance Supply Chain/Logistics

• Demonstrated ability to build operating cadence and solve problems under pressure

• Strong stakeholder management and executive-level communication

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Operations Management Industrial Engineering or related field (Masters preferred)

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Benefits

We support your well-being with comprehensive and easy-to-use benefits that youll be eligible to enroll in on your first day of employment. Here are some of the highlights:

• Medical Dental Vision and Prescription Drug insurance plans

• Access to a Health Advocate who is an expert in Marmons health plan and can help you select the best health benefits for you and your family

• Tax advantaged spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses

• Wellness programs and resources including Telehealth Mental Health Fitness and Family Planning

• Generous paid time off for personal use holidays and parental leave

• Company-sponsored life insurance

• 401(k) with fully vested company match; Marmon may also make an additional annual discretionary contribution to your account whether or not you contribute on your own

• Financial and retirement advising

About Marmon Holdings

Marmon Holdings Inc. a Berkshire Hathaway company comprises 11 groups and more than 100 autonomous businesses with total annual revenue of $10 billion. Marmons 28000-plus team members are celebrating the companys 70th anniversary in 2023 and helping write the next chapter of Marmons story.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email your request to and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.