High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in business or engineering preferred.
4+ years of program management experience; 6+ years of leadership experience preferred.
Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on driving results through influence.
Advanced knowledge of program management concepts including risk and workflow analyses.
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a customer-focused mindset.
Familiarity with manufacturing practices and ERP/PLM systems.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Project.
Responsibilities
Monitor and evaluate program and departmental performance metrics.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives across people, processes, and tools.
Manage monthly financial performance reviews and forecasts.
Plan manpower requirements and engage in the hiring process.
Set and evaluate strategic operational goals for the department.
Stay updated on industry trends and technological advancements.
Ensure compliance with company and industry regulations.
Benefits
Opportunity to lead innovative prototype and production programs.
Engagement in continuous improvement efforts within the department.
Involvement in strategic goal setting and operational evaluations.
Exposure to industry trends and advanced technologies.
Collaborative work environment focused on customer satisfaction and quality.
Full Job Description
The Engine Build Program Manager will lead multiple prototype and production programs from initiation to closure to ensure both program and departmental goals are achieved. This role will also assist in evaluating departmental performance, setting goals, and driving improvements into existing operational processes. This position is in Livonia, MI.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Monitor and evaluate program and departmental performance including productivity, quality, goal setting, and discipline
Lead the continuous improvement effort for the department (people, processes, tools, quality
Review and assist in management of monthly financial business performance
Forecast and plan manpower requirements and participate in the hiring process
Assist with setting strategic long- and short-term operational goals and evaluate outcomes
Monitor and anticipate industry trends and advances in technology and equipment
Ensure adherence to company and industry regulations
Education, Experience and Skills Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 4 years of program management experience
Ability to provide robust solutions to complex operational problems and to drive results through impacting and influencing others
Advanced knowledge of program management concepts (scope management, workflow analyses, risk analyses, communication plans, timing plans, business cases, comprehensive financial analyses)
Strong leadership, communication, and management skills, ability to work independently, and be customer, cost, quality, and delivery-focused
Working knowledge of manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems
Education, Experience and Skills Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in business or engineering
Minimum of 6 years of formal or informal leadership experience
Experience with production scheduling, inventory management, and demand forecasting
Experience with configuration management and logic-based bills of material (BOMs)
Experience with designing and launching end-to-end business processes
Knowledge of engine components and assembly processes
Knowledge of engineering and testing practices
Familiarity with workflow management tools (Jira, Monday.com, etc.)
Ability to define key performance indicators (KPIs) and use them to drive operational improvements within the organization
If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team. Please visit our careers page and apply by clicking on this link: https://jobs.roush.com/us/en/ Visit our website: www.roush.com Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/RoushCareers
About Roush Industries
Roush Industries is an American engineering company that provides engineering, testing, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry. The company was founded in 1976 by Jack Roush, a former Ford engineer and NASCAR team owner. Roush Industries is headquartered in Livonia, Michigan and has facilities in North Carolina, Indiana, and California. The company specializes in the design and development of high-performance vehicles, including race cars, military vehicles, and consumer vehicles. Roush Industries also provides engineering and testing services for the aerospace, defense, and renewable energy industries.
