Program Launch Manager - Automotive

About the Job

We are seeking a Program Manager to lead automotive tooling and manufacturing programs from launch through production. This role manages cross-functional automotive projects including tooling, engineering coordination, supplier management, and customer delivery.

 
Salary: $80,000 – $95,000 annually.

Responsibilities:

• Lead automotive program launches from PO to production.
• Coordinate tooling, engineering, and manufacturing timelines.
• Run program kick-off and design review meetings.
• Manage project budgets, timing, and deliverables.
• Oversee tooling design and supplier execution.
• Support customer communication and technical updates.
• Ensure programs meet quality and launch requirements.
• Track progress and resolve program risks/issues.

Requirements:

• 5+ years program/project management in automotive manufacturing.
• Experience with stamping, tooling, or fabrication environments.
• Understanding of CAD (SolidWorks or NX).
• GD&T knowledge required.
• Strong customer and supplier communication skills.

DBG has been providing our Partners/Customers with manufacturing solutions for over 49 years. In 1976, Joe De Biasi started operations as a Tool and Die Manufacturer when he opened a small, 4-person company called De Biasi Tool and Machine Limited. Five decades later, that company has transformed into DBG – The De Biasi Group. Today, DBG is made up of 5 facilities located in Canada, USA and Mexico supplying major OEMs with stamped, fabricated, assembled, and sequenced products and services.