Program Manager

Program Manager

Windings, Inc.

New Ulm, MN or Eden Prairie, MN

Salary Description:

$70,000 - $90,000 annual DOQ

If you are interested in becoming an Employee Owner, read on...

Windings Inc. is a 100% employee-owned company where every team member shares in our success. Since becoming an ESOP in 1998, we've proudly supported critical industries like Aerospace, Defense, Automotive, and Medical. Our unique ESOP benefits can contribute 10-12% of your annual earnings to your retirement-at no cost to you-helping your savings grow through compound interest.

For over 60 years, Windings has provided critical custom motors and components for the harshest applications, including outer space, military, downhole drilling, and motor sports to name a few. If you like to take on the "tough stuff", join us and be part of a forward-thinking, people-focused company driven by our purpose: " Making our Customer's Critical Mission Possible."

***The Program Manager position is onsite and can sit in the New Ulm office or Eden Prairie, MN office.

What you will be responsible for:

The Program Manager is an exciting combination of a cross -functional, multi-project manager and a technical account manager working across all Winding's sites in North America. As a customer focused position, the Program Manager drives key development programs through engineering to production while managing all internal aspects of the customer experience. The Program Manager will be responsible for the following:

• Lead high complexity custom motor and generator projects across functions using structured program/project management techniques and a phase gate process to achieve quality, schedule/delivery, and cost targets.
• Act as the liaison between Winding's global customers and Winding's global manufacturing sites (Materials Control, Scheduling, Engineering, Quality, AP/AR, Sales, etc.) with responsibility for handling all sales, engineering and tooling orders, account questions, complaints, returns, and other general queries for assigned accounts.
• Understand, apply, and disseminate complex or ambiguous customer requirements into actionable project plans.
• Provide guidance to the organization related to project execution and customer requirements.
• Mitigate project risks based on knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing process and business acumen.

What you will need:

Education / Experience

• B.S. Degree in an applicable field (business management, engineering, or other) is preferred. Experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
• Project Management Training is required. PMP certification preferred
• Minimum of 5-7 years of applicable experience in an engineered product environment in Aerospace, Defense, Automotive, Medical Device, O&G or other technology field
• Proven track record of delivering project milestones related to cost, timeline, and quality.

Knowledge / Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required for this position, including the ability to positively engage potential customers at any level in their organization in conversation in person and via phone and/or computer.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making skills and the ability to be self-motivated are required.
• Working knowledge of English (verbal and written) is required.
• Experience with one or more project management software tools is preferred. (MS Project, Asana, Monday.com, etc.)
• Strong financial acumen and the ability to use this knowledge to influence short- and long-term financial decisions of key projects, including capital expenditures is required
• Ability to document processes, process validations, qualifications, protocols, reports (technical and non-technical), and test methods is required
• An understanding of continuous improvement principles and methodologies is essential. Six Sigma or other problem-solving tools is preferred.
• Experience with risk identification, risk mitigation, and risk management related to project success is required.

What you will get...

• An awesome employee-ownership culture
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, disability, life and more)
• Paid time off
• 401k match and ESOP contributions
• Flexible work environment
• Education reimbursement

This position is eligible to participate in a performance-based bonus program based on company performance goals. Bonus payouts are not guaranteed and are determined at the company's discretion.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. Specific vision ability by this job includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Other Requirements:

Because employees in this position must handle information covered by the International Trade and Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR), successful applicants will be: (1) required to verify their identity and their status as a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or person granted refugee or asylee status (or equivalent) in the U.S.; OR (2) undergo additional steps, including but not limited to licensure from the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) in the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs at the U.S. Department of State and/or the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) at the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Windings is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected Veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.