Program Manager

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Program Manager Job Description We are seeking a skilled Program Manager with a strong experience in traditional project management and experience in managing projects involving physical products. The ideal candidate will have expertise in both engineering and plant implementation. This role requires leading projects through the full product life cycle and effectively communicating across various teams. Responsibilities Provide proactive risk management and mitigation throughout the project life cycle and identify, monitor, and manage the project's critical path. Lead the team through the quality gate release process. Establish and maintain a cohesive and effective project team. Lead assigned team members in cross-functional teams to achieve project commitments. Communicate effectively with cross-functional team members, individual contributors, department managers, and management to keep projects aligned within the organization. Provide clear and up-to-date project status to management and team constituency. Exercise appropriate influence throughout the organization to drive accountability and effective decision-making. Identify and remove obstacles that hinder the team's progress. Promote a healthy and collaborative environment within the team and with stakeholders. Essential Skills Bachelor's Degree in a technical field or equivalent relevant experience. 5+ years' experience in project management for product development projects. Experience with electronics, embedded software, and/or mechanical systems. Experience in developing multi-discipline project schedules using MS Project or equivalent. Cross-functional leadership experience in engineering, marketing, purchasing, manufacturing, and customer support. Demonstrated effectiveness in aligning product, market, customer, and business needs in planning and running projects. Experience using waterfall and Agile methodologies. Functional knowledge and experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) / Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems such as SAP. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience managing a project through the full product life cycle. experience in working with a physical product and manufacturing facilities. Ability to spend time both in the engineering and plant implementation environments. Proficiency in driving processes and maintaining effective communication. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Owatonna, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Owatonna,MN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.