AWS/CES is NOW HIRING: Program Manager

Location: London, ON

Direct Hire | Full-Time

Salary: $80,000 annually

International Travel: May be required- must have a passport

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to support manufacturing operations and customers throughout product launches, engineering changes, and ongoing production.

This position will serve as a key liaison between the customer and manufacturing team, ensuring products meet customer design intent, quality, cost, productivity, and manufacturing requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Program Launch & Project Management

- Lead production launches from planning through implementation.
- Manage customer drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Coordinate internal and customer launch meetings.
- Track project timelines, tasks, and deliverables.
- Coordinate prototype builds and customer samples.
- Drive continuous improvement throughout product launches.

Equipment & Manufacturing

- Coordinate the acquisition, installation, and launch of new manufacturing equipment.
- Participate in equipment specification, design, selection, layout, construction, and installation.
- Develop technical specifications for manufacturing equipment.
- Coordinate component acquisition for production and sample runs.
- Work with internal teams and outside contractors to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Quality & APQP





- Ensure manufacturing equipment and processes meet customer technical requirements.
- Coordinate the development and implementation of APQP documentation, including:
- Feasibility Reviews
- Prototype Programs
- GD&T;
- Process Flow Charts
- Process FMEAs
- Control Plans
- Process Sheets
- Gauge R&R;
- Capability Studies
- Coordinate quality documentation and support customer quality requirements.
- Ensure production quality meets customer requirements for fit, form, and function.

Customer & Engineering Support

- Serve as the primary liaison between customers and the manufacturing facility.
- Communicate engineering and process changes to customers and internal teams.
- Interface directly with customers regarding engineering issues and program status.
- Support engineering changes, product launches, and customer quality concerns.
- Complete required project reports and meeting documentation.

Qualifications

- Experience in program management, engineering, or manufacturing.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Experience supporting product launches and manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge of APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, GD&T;, and quality documentation.
- Robust communication and customer relationship skills.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
- Willingness to travel internationally as required.

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Send your resume to:

📌 Program Manager (Brampton)
🏢 Canadian Executive Search Group (USA) Inc / Division of Arrow Group of Companies
📍 Brampton