2. Contribute to continuous improvement and cost reduction activities.
3. Proactively and effectively manage all programs using the Cosma Program Management Process (CPMP) with specific emphasis on project schedules and successful delivery of milestones that satisfy company requirements for product design, manufacturability, development, quality, cost, performance and timing.
4. Conduct all project phase and gate reviews with the appropriate internal and external stakeholders within the framework of the CPMP system.
5. Initiate, create and/or maintain all necessary program management documents as per the requirements of the CPMP system.
6. Identify and communicate any impediments to the successful completion of program objectives and milestones to internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner.
7. Initiate, recommend or provide solutions that will facilitate correction of any project deliverables that have varied from plan.
8. Oversee day to day adherence to plan and work within the final budget approved for assigned programs/projects by company principals.
9. Identify and communicate any deviations to program budget to internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner.
10. Proactively engage and liaise with the required functional disciplines / departments to obtain program support and successful delivery of program milestones.
11. Facilitate executive level interaction between appropriate company, customer and supplier personnel as warranted by program needs.
12. Initiate as required by program deliverables actions to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to product design, development or testing procedures.
13. Participate as required in initial contract evaluations and contribute to the determination of the scope of work for the project.
14. Assist in the coordination of sub-contracted assemblies or testing services necessary to meet program deliverables.
15. Work with BGM’s quality assurance department to develop quality assurance requirements for customer products and their manufacture in a zero-defect environment.
16. Assist in the sourcing and procurement of program related services and other requirements as requested/required by management.
17. Capture best practices/lessons learned during the life of the program and help integrate into improvements of BGM’s CPMP process and standards.
18. On-going support as required/requested to continue to meet customer expectations post start of stabilized production.
19. Maintain reliable and predictable attendance.
20. Perform other duties as required
Education and/or Experience
High School diploma or GED
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering preferred, or technically related experience
Experience and understanding of automotive production processes and techniques as required to provide necessary guidance preferred
Experience in a Quality Environment- ISO/AQAP/MIL, or similar
Minimum of 1-year experience in a manufacturing environment preferred with proven history of results preferred
Extensive, 10–15+ years of experience as a Program/Project Manager in direct, customer-facing roles for Ford, including program launches and delivery of cross-functional initiatives.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
Operational knowledge of ISO/TS16949 Core Tools knowledge preferred
Operate standard office equipment preferred
Site Benefits
Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with match
Employee Profit-Sharing Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation
11 Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral
Onsite cafeterias and fully stocked breakrooms
Annual summer cookout
Annual Christmas Parties
Onsite Nurses
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type
Regular / Permanent
Group
Cosma International
