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Reports To : Director - Program Management
Shift : Days
About Us : Ontario Drive & Gear Limited
Founded in 1962, Ontario Drive & Gear Limited operates from a 105,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in New Hamburg, Ontario.
ODG has established the ARGO as a world leader in amphibious vehicles and its industrial division has built a solid reputation for the design and manufacture of quality gears and transmissions. To satisfy the growing demand for its products and innovative developments, ODG has aligned its business strength in two divisions: the Vehicle Division and the Gear Division.
ODG Gear Division’s commitment to high quality industrial products is backed by the latest gear manufacturing technology and a team of professionals dedicated to excellence in customer satisfaction. The Gear Division operates in a state-of-the-art environment designing and producing small to medium volume gears and transmissions to our customers’ specifications. ODG’s capabilities include the latest in CNC Gear Cutting, CNC machining, Gear Shaving, Broaching and Key-Seating.
Job Purpose : To grow and maximize the value earned from customers. Responsible for the management and profitability of assigned projects. The Program Manager handles commercial matters involving contract, cost, schedule, and oversees technical long-term development of products and services.
Duties & Responsibilities : The following is a list of the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. The tasks and the time spent performing each task may vary as business needs require. Ontario Drive & Gear Limited maintains the right to modify job duties and responsibilities at its discretion.
Essential Duties : Improve performance of company in delivering value to customers Estimating, preparation of proposals, and sales Review customer contract, drawings, and specifications, and proposal at start of job Organize and chair internal and customer kickoff meetings and publish minutes Develop detailed schedules for and with engineering, procurement, and manufacturing and subcontractors to ensure coordination and timely project completion Focus on capacity measures i.e. defining volumes and lead times creating a monthly projection and forecast Create a quality assurance plan, and manage inspection program Handle all commercial matters affecting contract, cost, or schedule Review progress with responsible parties as often as required to attain schedule Review and confirm that designs are as proposed and satisfy the contract Submit progress reports to the customer, including updated schedule as needed Monitor and control budget allocations, inventory, schedules, and the forecasting of cost deviations Process change requests and change notices Negotiate and write subcontracts, and Purchase Requisitions Monitor subcontracts with Purchasing for compliance with schedules, specifications, and terms Coordinate project start up and commissioning for customer acceptance Confirm customer satisfaction with system performance Prepare listing and proposal for the sale of spare parts Coordinate customer training Manage A/R by liaising with internal team and be accountable for customer collections Settle non-conformance and warranty claims Ensure that all work is completed in compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards, and the work instructions Work in compliance with Health & Safety regulations and ensure team members are following policies and procedures
Qualifications : To perform this job satisfactorily, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skills and abilities required. Employees who do not possess the requirements for a job at the time of hire are expected to attain the skills, knowledge and abilities required within a specified period of time as agreed upon, in writing, with the hiring manager. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work/Education Experience Requirements : Work experience required : 2+ years progressive responsibility in managing Programs; Product Design, Manufacturing, Installation, and Application. Bachelor’s degree/Diploma from an accredited institution in; Project Management, or a related field considered an asset.
Job related experience required :
- Cost accounting, contracts, project management
- Project engineering, estimating, scheduling, procurement, negotiating
- Solid understanding of related mechanical systems and gear manufacturing
- Read and Understand CAD drawings and blueprint reading
- Profitability analysis [at a product level]
- Ability to create/maintain meaningful KPI’s
- Experience working with cross-functional teams
Other Job Requirements : Building Partnerships - Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams,