At Kurt Machining our employee experience and ability to solve complex manufacturing challenges set us apart. We provide precision CNC-machining services utilizing state-of-the-art manufacturing, quality, and automation technology. Since 1946 we have delivered innovative solutions to the world’s most demanding customers and industries including aerospace, defense, semiconductor, oil and energy.

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Kurt Manufacturing is looking for a Program Manager to oversee and execute programs for contract accounts within our Machining Division. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple projects in a manufacturing environment, and skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams. This role requires effective communication with stakeholders and the drive to ensure projects are delivered on time and with exceptional quality.

Benefits:

Competitive wage (based on experience)
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plan options starting on day one
Health Saving Account (HSA)
Company Paid LTD
401K Retirement Savings plan
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave

Job Summary

The Program Manager is responsible for directing, establishing, promoting, and maintaining specific programs and initiatives within designated customer base including large and/or critical accounts. Effectively assist customers’ operational strategies to achieve timely and cost effective solutions. Maximize communications, job planning and service delivery to achieve customer satisfaction goals.

Essential Functions

Manages program to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives.
Plans and develops methods and procedures for implementing program, directs and coordinates program activities, and exercises control over personnel responsible for specific functions or phases or program.
Proactively communicates with and seeks feedback from customers. Drives outstanding customer value and loyalty. Seeks to continuously improve customer satisfaction.
Reviews reports and records activities to ensure progress is being accomplished toward specified program objective and modifies or changes methodology as required to redirect activities and attain objectives.
Prepares program reports for superiors.
Controls expenditures in accordance with budget allocations.
Effectively communicates goals to the team and communicates with the wider organization when required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reliable attendance is required.

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent GED
5 years of contract manufacturing experience

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
10 years of related experience

Physical Demand Factors

The following physical demand factors should be used as a general guideline for employees listed under this job title.Specific requirements will vary based on the employee’s individual work responsibilities.

Strength Level Rating:Sedentary work.Work involves exerting 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

A worker in this job will frequently (from ¹/₃ to ²/₃ of the time):

Reach by extending hands and arms
Handle objects by seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hands
Talk by expressing or exchanging communication by means of the spoken work to impart oral information
Hear by perceiving the nature of sounds by ear

The worker will occasionally (up to ¹/₃ of the time):

Pick, pinch, or otherwise work primarily with fingers
Have near acuity with clarity of vision at 20 inches or less

100% employee owned, Kurt Machining is a division of Kurt Manufacturing headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Employees thrive in our fast-paced environment with opportunities to learn and advance while delivering industry-leading parts and products. Kurt employees have the opportunity to work with some of the newest manufacturing technology available including 5-axis and multi-tasking machining, automation integration, robotics, and 3D printing. At Kurt Machining we embrace early-involvement engineering, lean manufacturing, and continuous-improvement practices.

What makes Kurt different? It starts with employee ownership, what we put into our products, passion that leads to profound pride, and the endless desire to deliver perfection on time, every time. That’s why we’ll never settle for good enough. It’s this dedication that created our legacy of excellence. If you are ready to transform your career with an industry leader, let us show you how owning something makes a difference.

Kurt Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces all individuals and what makes them unique. At Kurt we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or an individual that has other barriers that limit your ability to access our on-line application system, please contact Human Resources at employment@kurt.com to discuss alternative ways to apply for open positions.