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Program Manager
@ Dynacast
Peterborough, Ontario
Overview
Dynacast is hiring a Program Manager for its Peterborough, Ontario plant to lead APQP, planning and launch of new die-cast and injection-metal programs into production. The role combines manufacturing engineering with program management, covering customer communication, milestone planning, budgets and root cause analysis. It is a full-time day-shift role, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, on site.
Pay:
$1,340–$1,800 a week
Responsibilities:
- Create APQP documentation and manage new program launches
- Serve as primary customer contact for assigned programs
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions on technical issues
- Develop schedules, SOPs and program-specific work instructions
- Support quoting and feasibility for new and existing programs
Requirements summary:
- 5+ years hands-on process development or program management in manufacturing
- Mechanical or manufacturing engineering degree or diploma preferred
- Die cast or injection molding experience preferred
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills
- Strong problem-solving and cross-departmental communication
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering |
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Dynacast
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The leading global manufacturer of precision components using proprietary die casting technology and tooling techniques.
Full company description
Dynacast, a Form Technologies company, works with organizations all over the world, helping bring their ideas to life with the highest quality die cast components on the planet. Customers can come from virtually any industry—consumer electronics, automotive, healthcare, or any other where only the very best is good enough. And each benefits from our 80+ years of experience pioneering the techniques and technologies that have redefined the industry. It means that every customer receives insight and expertise that adds value at every stage of the design and die cast manufacturing process. It’s why today, across multiple industries and multiple geographies, Dynacast is the name synonymous with precision engineered metal components. Dynacast's commitment to quality and compliance is unwavering. Our dedication to meeting the highest regulatory and quality standards is evident in the numerous certifications Dynacast has earned, including ISO 14001, ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and ITAR. Please visit dynacast.com to learn more.
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- Reported office locations
- 195 Corporate Drive, Elgin, Illinois 60123, US
- 185 Avenue du Voyageur, Pointe-Claire, Quebec H9R 6B2, CA
- 710 Neal Drive, Peterborough, Ontario K9J 6X7, CA
- Parque Industrial San Martin Obispo Av. Tejocotes, Iote 77 A, interior 2-A, San Martin Obispo, Cuautitlan Izcalli, Estado de Mexico 54763, MX
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- Business categories
- Robotics
- Hardware
- Automotive
- Industrial
- Medical
- Industrial Automation
- Product Design
- Precision Medicine
- Manufacturing
- Consumer Electronics
- Other recorded names
- Dynacast
- Dynacast International
- Specialties
- Zinc die casting
- Aluminum die casting
- Magnesium die casting
- ITAR
- ISO 9001
- IATF 16949
- and ISO 14001
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Dynacast, a Form Technologies company, works with organizations all over the world, helping bring their ideas to life with the highest quality die cast components on the planet. Customers can come from virtually any industry—consumer electronics, automotive, healthcare, or any other where only the very best is good enough. And each benefits from our 80+ years of experience pioneering the techniques and technologies…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Manufacturing |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Elgin, Illinois |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1936 |
| Specialties | Zinc die castingAluminum die castingMagnesium die castingITARISO 9001IATF 16949and ISO 14001 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 10 |
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Company Profile
Dynacast Peterborough is known for its multi-slide technology, standard die casting with integrated automation, and IMA (Injected Metal Assembly) precision zinc manufacturing. IMA offers a unique process where precision tooling is combined with metal alloys and is used to join multiple components into a ready-to-use assembly with a single operation. Dynacast Peterborough is dedicated to designing, building, manufacturing, and delivering quality die cast components. Below are additional details about what is offered at the Peterborough location:
- 40 multi-slide proprietary zinc die casting machines ranging from 12 to 21 tons
- Five multi-slide proprietary zinc die casting machines ranging from 70 to 200 tons
- Injected Metal Assembly (IMA) up to one ton
- Precision tool building with in-house capabilities
- Design, prototyping, and modeling services
- Wide range of finishing surfaces available including tumbling, polishing, shot blasting and thermal de-burring
- Cosmetic or protective coating equipment either through certified suppliers or in-house
- Wide range of secondary operations including CNC machining, tapping, reaming, and drilling
About the Role:
This is a multi-faceted role combining aspects of manufacturing engineering and program management, with a focus on Program APQP, Planning & Launch for production readiness. Operating in a cross-functional matrix environment with total responsibility for planning and monitoring program launches, this position will focus on timely and professional customer communication, contract review/acceptance, milestone planning, program budgets and cost control. This position is responsible for the successful transition of new programs into production and beyond to ensure complete customer satisfaction.
In addition, this position is responsible for partnering with other departments to develop/implement new processes, improve manufacturing cells and perform root cause analysis to solve complex technical issues and implement corrective action to support New launch Programs and current production mode programs.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Create required APQP documentation for new programs;
- Manage all aspects of assigned programs (new & existing) including: prototypes, pre-production samples, production start-up, customer launch, and monitoring assigned programs throughout production;
- Drive program management through complete product lifecycle including all engineering changes to the specific program and report on program status on a regular basis;
- Assist in solving complex technical issues to the determine root cause and recommend corrective action;
- Act as the primary point of contact to the customer for assigned programs, ensuring timely and professional communication;
- Provide support to engineering department on feasibility and prepare quotes for new and existing programs, when required;
- Assist in developing schedules for assigned programs and ensure all departments are meeting timeline obligations;
- Document and diagram processes and update/maintain SOP's;
- Achieve facility targets and standards in safety, quality, delivery and cost;
- Continuous improvement of process capability, process control and tooling performance;
- Recommend development and improvement opportunities for manufacturing equipment and processes;
- Investigate new and emerging technologies to improve quality and efficiency; and
- Develop & create program-specific Work Instructions.
Qualifications:
- Degree or Diploma in mechanical or manufacturing engineering preferred;
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in a hands on process development and/or program management role in the manufacturing industry;
- Previous die cast/injection molding machine experience preferred;
- Intermediate to advanced level computer skills;
- Excellent problem solving techniques, communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with other departments;
- Ability to liaise and collaborate professionally at all levels of the organization.
Dynacast Ltd. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should any applicant require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources in your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest in the role, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Peterborough, ON K9J6X7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work
Work Location: In person
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