Program Director

OVERVIEW

Cadrex is searching for a Program Director who will oversee the successful execution of key programs and initiatives across the manufacturing organization. The Program Director is responsible for aligning cross-functional teams, managing program timelines and budgets, and ensuring deliverables meet customer and business expectations. The Program Director acts as a central point of contact for high-impact programs, driving operational excellence, strategic alignment, and continuous improvement across all phases of execution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex manufacturing programs, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives
• Manage program scope, budget, schedule, and resources across multiple departments and stakeholders
• Act as the primary liaison between internal teams, customers, and suppliers, ensuring clear communication and stakeholder engagement
• Coordinate activities across engineering, production, quality, procurement, and supply chain to ensure program milestones are met
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure timely and successful delivery
• Track and report program performance using key metrics and dashboards; escalate issues as needed
• Facilitate regular program reviews, updates, and communications with executive leadership
• Implement best practices in program management and continuous improvement to increase efficiency and quality
• Ensure adherence to regulatory, safety, and quality standards throughout the program lifecycle
• Mentor and coach cross-functional teams to strengthen project management capabilities and collaboration

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, with 5+ years in program or project leadership roles preferred
• Proven success managing cross-functional programs with significant scope, complexity, and business impact
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain, and engineering processes
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in program management tools and methodologies (e.g., MS Project, Agile, Lean, Six Sigma)
• PMP or related certification preferred

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management or a related field 
• MBA or advanced degree preferred

LOCATION

• Remote

SCHEDULE

• M-F

CORE VALUES

• Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing

TOTAL COMPENSATION INCLUDES

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees

ABOUT US

CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production. For more information, visit www.cadrex.com. 

Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.