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# Technical Program Manager II Manufacturing & Automation

- **Company:** Experis
- **Location:** Wilmington, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $156,000.0 - $166,400.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** JIRA, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet
- **Published:** October 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.experis.com/en/job/416575/technical-program-manager-ii-manufacturing-automation

## About the Role

Our client, a manufacturing technology company, is seeking a Technical Program Product Manager II to join their team. As a Technical Program Product Manager II, you will be part of the Manufacturing Engineering and Operations organization supporting cross-functional engineering, production, and vendor teams. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a proven ability to manage complex programs which will align successfully in the organization., 1. Manufacturing Operations & Production Line Experience

 2. Technical Program Management & Cross-Functional Leadership
 3. Equipment, Process Improvement & Continuous Improvement Experience
What's Needed?

 + 8+ years of technical program or product management experience supporting engineering teams.
 + 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
 + Proven experience leading complex cross-functional programs and coordinating release schedules.
 + Strong risk management, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills.
 + Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.
What's it in me?

 + Opportunity to lead high-impact manufacturing and engineering initiatives.
 + Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and production environments.
 + Collaborative work with engineering, operations, and vendor partners.

## Description

+ Lead large-scale manufacturing programs from planning through execution, ensuring delivery against key milestones and schedules.
 + Manage risks, escalations, and cross-functional dependencies to maintain program quality and timelines.
 + Coordinate efforts across engineering, manufacturing, operations, and external vendors to drive successful program outcomes.
 + Develop governance mechanisms, RACI matrices, and reporting structures to improve accountability and transparency.
 + Communicate technical challenges, trade-offs, and program status effectively to leadership and stakeholders.