Lead Manufacturing Projects That Drive Results
At Twin City Die Castings (TCDC), we're looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead tooling, process improvement, and new product launch projects from concept through production. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoys collaborating across departments, and takes ownership of delivering projects on time, on budget, and at production rate.
As an employee-owned company, TCDC offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on our business while sharing in our long-term success through our ESOP program.
What You'll Do
- Manage tooling, process maintenance, continuous improvement, and new product introduction projects from kickoff through PPAP approval and production launch.
- Coordinate project timelines with customers, suppliers, plant operations, engineering, quality, and corporate teams.
- Lead cross-functional project teams and drive accountability to ensure milestones and deliverables are achieved.
- Monitor project performance using established metrics and leading indicators to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and capable of meeting production requirements.
- Develop and maintain operator work instructions, routing documentation, and process flow charts.
- Train production personnel and support smooth handoff of projects into manufacturing operations.
- Improve material flow and plant routing to enhance efficiency and productivity.
- Interface directly with customers, build strong working relationships, and represent TCDC professionally throughout project execution.
- Support APQP activities, feasibility reviews, PFMEA development, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) initiatives.
- Promote and maintain compliance with all environmental, health, and safety requirements.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years of project management experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Experience managing multiple priorities and driving projects to successful completion.
- Ability to work effectively with customers and cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Automotive manufacturing experience.
- Knowledge of APQP and IATF/TS automotive quality systems.
- Experience conducting manufacturing feasibility reviews, DFM activities, and PFMEA development.
- CAD experience.
- Sales, quoting, or account management experience.
Why Join TCDC?
Compensation
- $75,000 - $95,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Medical Coverage with Company-Funded HRA Account
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Holidays and Vacation
About Twin City Die Castings
Twin City Die Castings is a leading manufacturer of high-quality aluminum and magnesium die cast components serving customers across diverse industries. Our employee-owned culture promotes accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, creating opportunities for team members to grow and contribute to long-term success.
Apply today to join a team where your project leadership can directly impact manufacturing performance and company growth.