Job Description
We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Sr. Program Manager to lead complex, high-volume production initiatives. This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in master scheduling, budget management, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving product launches through gated processes and ensuring alignment across multiple teams.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage high-volume product launch programs from initiation through delivery.Oversee master scheduling and ensure alignment with production timelines and resource availability.Manage program budgets and spending, ensuring financial targets are met.Collaborate with engineering, operations, finance, and other departments to ensure program success.Drive gated process execution and ensure milestone adherence.Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to keep programs on track.Provide regular updates to stakeholders and executive leadership.Essential Skills
PMP Certification (Project Management Professional).Proficiency in Microsoft Project.Demonstrated experience in master scheduling for large-scale production.Proven success leading high-volume product launches.Experience managing gated processes in a cross-functional environment.Exceptional organizational and communication skills.Additional Skills & Qualifications
Strong experience in master scheduling.Results-driven and highly organized.Work Environment
The work environment involves collaborating with various departments such as engineering, operations, and finance. The role requires proficiency with Microsoft Project and involves working with high-volume product launches through a gated process. The successful candidate will enjoy a dynamic and fast-paced setting, with a focus on achieving project milestones and maintaining financial targets.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Brillion, Wisconsin.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $90.00/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 fully onsite position in Appleton,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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