Program Manager

The Program Manager will lead the technical and operational readiness for a new manufacturing facility driving equipment installation process setup qualification and production ramp. This role ensures the factory achieves safe efficient and high-quality output through strong cross-functional coordination and engineering leadership.

Key Responsibilities

1. Factory Start-Up & Ramp Execution
Lead end-to-end engineering activities for new factory setup (facility readiness equipment installation and commissioning)
Drive qualification processes  to ensure production readiness
Establish and execute ramp plan to meet output yield and quality targets
Identify and mitigate technical risks during start-up phase

2. Process & Equipment Engineering
Define develop and optimize manufacturing processes
Oversee equipment selection installation calibration and validation
Ensure process capability (CPK) cycle time and efficiency targets are achieved
Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and yield

3. Cross-Functional Coordination
Act as primary engineering interface with Operations Quality Supply Chain Facilities and EHS
Align timelines and deliverables across teams to meet ramp milestones
Support supplier engagement and technical issue resolution

4. Team Leadership & Capability Building
Build lead and develop a high-performing engineering team
Define roles responsibilities and performance expectations
Coach engineers on problem-solving root cause analysis and technical skills
Foster a culture of ownership accountability and collaboration

5. Quality & Compliance
Ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations
Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Support audits and ensure documentation readiness

6. Safety & Risk Management
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to EHS requirements
Conduct risk assessments for new processes and equipment
Ensure safe startup and operation of all systems

Key Deliverables / KPIs
On-time factory readiness and successful production ramp
Yield throughput and cycle time targets achieved
Equipment uptime and process capability metrics
Zero major safety incidents
Team capability development and retention

Qualifications :

Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering (Mechanical Electrical Manufacturing or related)
812 years of experience in manufacturing engineering with startup/ramp experience preferred
Proven track record in equipment installation qualification and process development
Strong leadership experience managing engineering teams
Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments (e.g. electronics semiconductor HDD media etc.)

Additional Information :

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time