Manufacturing Program Manager

Program Manager – Manufacturing Operations

Location: Onsite (Manufacturing Facility)

Employment Type: Full-Time Exempt

Schedule: 40 hours/week (9/80 schedule or as required by production demands)

Reports To: VP of Operations

Position Overview

Engenium is seeking a Program Manager to support a defense-focused manufacturing environment. This role supports the delivery performance, schedule execution, and supplier coordination across assigned programs. The Program Manager works closely with Manufacturing, Procurement, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure products are delivered on time, to specification, and in compliance with contractual requirements.

This is a hands-on, execution-focused role. While the Program Manager does not manage direct reports, they are expected to be physically present on the production floor frequently, and multiple times per day during critical month-end or delivery periods.

Key Responsibilities

Support cost, schedule, and delivery performance for assigned manufacturing programs

Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams and external customers

Work closely with Procurement and Buyers to resolve supplier delays, material shortages, and production bottlenecks

Track and manage program schedules, identifying risks and escalating issues as needed

Collaborate daily with the Director of Manufacturing / Production to support shop-floor execution

Monitor contractual requirements for assemblies and subassemblies to ensure compliance

Prepare and present weekly and monthly program status reports, metrics, and recovery plans

Use advanced Excel skills to analyze schedules, material flow, supplier performance, and delivery risk

Support ERP transaction integrity across planning, procurement, production, engineering, quality, and finance

Escalate program risks through the VP of Operations when cross-functional alignment is required

Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Support continuous execution consistency (this role focuses on maintaining execution, not driving organizational change)

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline

5+ years of experience in Program Management within a manufacturing or production environment

Strong understanding of manufacturing workflows, material flow, and supplier coordination

Expert-level Microsoft Excel proficiency (advanced formulas, data analysis, reporting)

Experience working with ERP systems in a manufacturing setting

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Ability to work effectively with executive leadership and escalate issues appropriately

U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Defense or aerospace manufacturing experience

PMP certification (a plus)

Familiarity with FAR / DFARS environments

Experience supporting defense manufacturing programs

Work Environment & Benefits

Work performed in an office environment within a production facility

Full benefits package including medical, dental, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, and vacation

Reasonable accommodations available in accordance with applicable laws

Why Join Us?

Engenium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.