Zoox
Technical Program Manager, Manufacturing
Industry Project & Program Management
Job description
In this role, you will:
- Work with team members to translate the top-down corporate strategy and milestones into detailed roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables
- Interface with Engineering and Suppliers to define vehicle and manufacturing validation plans for partial and full crash builds
- Lead manufacturing strategy, assessments, and studies for various programs
- Coordinate and execute launch readiness and start of production
- Support vehicle assembly and test operations by ensuring cross-functional alignment and driving resolution/escalation of any roadblocks
- Collaborate with finance, engineering, procurement, PMO, etc. to define and track resource requirements
- Drive continuous cross-functional alignment by establishing processes, running meetings, and maintaining transparent communication regarding deliverables and potential risks
- Support key decisions by working cross-functionally across engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and finance to reach the right conclusions
Qualifications
- BS or MS degree in an engineering or management discipline
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing program management
- Experience with industrial manufacturing (i.e., automotive, aerospace, robotics, etc.) and the necessary integration with related functions (e.g., logistics, quality, design engineering)
- Strong track record in managing complex cross-functional projects
- Experience coordinating vehicle/manufacturing validation activities (e.g., crash builds) with external partners and suppliers is a plus
Bonus Qualifications
- Building strong working relationships with senior leaders and engineers across functions and departments
- An ability to keep the big picture in focus and to provide clear, well-structured, and concise communications tailored to each appropriate audience
- Experience in launch and scaling of volume production
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