Program Manager

Arrow Manufacturing

$92K — $124K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical)
  • 5-10 years of related experience
  • In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical drawing standards
  • Prior experience with metal cutting, forming, welding, machining, and painting
  • Strong communication skills and ability to build interpersonal relationships
  • Strategic thinker and effective problem solver.

Responsibilities

  • Owns the APQP process from customer initiation to production start
  • Provides technical leadership to cross-functional development teams
  • Develops project timing plans and milestones based on customer needs
  • Updates status on APQP project tasks for assigned projects
  • Ensures creation and maintenance of action plans and risk assessments
  • Tracks project costs, margins, and delivery timelines within budget
  • Holds team members accountable and directs work without direct authority
  • Manages commissioning of new lines and equipment with plant engineering
  • Overcomes obstacles and ensures compliance with safety standards

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage from day one
  • Virtual healthcare access
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Fitness membership discount
  • Company-paid Deferred Profit Sharing plan
  • RRSP Match Program
  • Life and travel insurance for employees and their families
  • Three weeks vacation days to start
  • Regular team events and supportive workplace culture
  • Tuition reimbursement for job-related education
Full Job Description
Group Division: Arrow Off-Road Cambridge

Arrow Off-Road Cambridge was established 100 years ago, and developing our people has been a core function and commitment of our business. Our culture is built on safety, integrity, and a commitment to partnering with our customers. We offer our people a commitment to quality and continuous improvement, and the opportunity to implement innovative ideas.

Compensation Range: $92,000 up to $124,000 annually

Position Summary: Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this role will oversee and lead new program launches and APQP activities at the specific Arrow Off-Road facility.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Owns the new product introduction (APQP) process from customer initiation through to the start of production
  • Provides technical leadership in directing the efforts of cross-functional teams in the development and release of all relevant engineering deliverables in compliance with the product development process and/or customer expectations
  • Develops timing plans and project milestones in accordance with customer requirements and quoted expectations
  • Provides status updates for APQP project tasks according to program timing for all assigned projects
  • Ensures action plans, defect/issues lists, risk assessments, and lessons learned are created and maintained per the APQP process
  • Tracks project costs, product margins, and on-time delivery, and maintains those factors within budgeted/quoted values
  • Holds cross-functional team members accountable and directs the work of others without direct reporting responsibility
  • Manages the commissioning of new lines, equipment, and other systems with plant engineering support to ensure that the introduction into the production facility is managed efficiently and with minimum disruptions
  • Relies on experience and judgment to overcome obstacles and maintain performance to plan
  • Follows safe work procedures; Uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE); Uses workplace tools and equipment as instructed; Reports workplace hazards, injuries, and illness as soon as possible following the event.
  • Complies with duties and responsibilities as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act and ensures corrective action is taken when violations occur.
  • Follows and complies with all Operational Procedures and policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, Quality and Environment programs (i.e. IATF, ISO 14001)
  • Performs other duties as necessary for the completion of projects and achievement of departmental goals.
  • Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives. Ensures that facilities are in full compliance with all safety regulations.


Education:

  • Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical) and 5-10 years of experience in the field or in a related area


Required Skills & Expertise:

  • In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, mechanical drawing standards, and GD&T
  • Prior experience with metal cutting, forming, welding (manual and robotic), machining, and painting.
  • Excellent planner and implementer with the ability to make things happen.
  • Capable of managing multiple challenging assignments concurrently, moving swiftly and decisively, but collaboratively and effectively with others.
  • Personal commitment to high-quality standards. Strong communication skills and an ability to formulate positive interpersonal relationships.
  • Strategic thinker and effective problem solver.


What We Offer - Your Benefits Package

At Arrow, we're proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, finances, and future.

Health & Wellness

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage from day one!
  • Virtual healthcare with Lumino Health
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)
  • Fitness membership discount
  • Work boots and prescription safety glasses program


Financial Benefits

  • Automatic Enrollment in Company-Paid Deferred Profit Sharing
  • RRSP Match Program
  • Life and travel insurance for you and your family
  • Attendance Bonus & Profit Sharing
  • Employee Discount Program


Time Off & Culture

  • Three weeks vacation days to start
  • Regular company events and team activities
  • Supportive, inclusive workplace culture


Career Growth

  • Tuition reimbursement for job-related education and training


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