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Manufacturing Project Manager

Velo3D

Job Location:

Fremont, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 90000 - 130000

Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 24 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Overview:

The Manufacturing Program Manager is responsible for planning executing and delivering additive manufacturing programs from order intake through production completion. This role ensures production schedules are established maintained and achieved while serving as the primary interface between internal operations and external customers.

The Program Manager owns the overall program plan including schedule financial performance and deliverables and ensures alignment with customer requirements contractual commitments and company objectives.

This role supports operations at both the Fremont and Livermore California facilities and requires regular travel between locations. Work schedules and primary work locations may vary based on business needs.

Responsibilities

Program Planning & Execution

Develop implement and maintain comprehensive Program Management Plans for additive manufacturing programs
Define program scope objectives milestones and deliverables in alignment with customer and internal requirements
Establish and manage detailed production schedules ensuring adherence to timelines and resource availability
Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful program delivery

Production Coordination

Coordinate cross-functional activities across engineering production quality and supply chain teams
Monitor progress of manufacturing builds and post-processing operations to ensure on-time delivery
Drive schedule recovery plans when needed to meet customer commitments

Customer & Stakeholder Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for customers regarding program status deliverables and performance
Manage contractual commitments technical requirements and specification compliance
Lead customer communications including program reviews gate reviews and status reporting

Financial & Performance Ownership

Own program financials including budget tracking cost performance and forecasting
Ensure program execution aligns with business objectives and profitability targets
Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to schedule cost and quality

Governance & Reporting

Establish program governance structures including milestone reviews and decision gates
Communicate program objectives risks and status clearly to internal leadership and stakeholders
Maintain program documentation ensuring traceability and compliance with company processes

Serve as the operational liaison between:

Applications Engineering
Operations & Manufacturing
Supply Chain & Vendors
Quality Assurance
Fulfillment & Logistics
Finance & Contracts

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Engineering Manufacturing Business or related field
Must be a US Citizen as this position works on U.S government contracts
5 years of program or project management experience in manufacturing aerospace or high-tech environments
Experience in additive manufacturing or advanced manufacturing processes strongly preferred
Proven ability to manage complex production schedules and customer-facing programs
Strong understanding of contract management production planning and supply chain coordination
Excellent communication leadership and organizational skills
Proficiency with program management tools (e.g. MS Project ERP/MRP systems)
Mechanical/Industrial Engineering Background with strong preference of manufacturing experience

$90000 - $130000 a year

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

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