Manufacturing Project Manager

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.

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

• Bachelor’s 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