Business Unit Program Manager

Help Launch a New Manufacturing Facility. Lead Critical Customer Programs. Drive Operational Excellence.

Jabil is seeking a Business Unit Project/Program Manager to play a key role in the startup of a new manufacturing facility in Prince George, VA. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to help build operations from the ground up while supporting the production of large-scale, highly complex equipment used in critical infrastructure applications. As part of the core startup team, you'll lead strategic customer programs, coordinate cross-functional teams, and help establish the processes, systems, and operational framework needed for long-term success.

Location: Prince George, VA (On-Site)

What You'll Do

• Lead large-scale customer programs and strategic projects from planning through execution and production.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring exceptional communication and customer satisfaction.
• Support the launch of a new manufacturing facility, including process development, operational readiness, and team onboarding.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across operations, manufacturing, quality, engineering, supply chain, and logistics.
• Manage project scope, schedules, resources, budgets, risks, and milestones to ensure successful delivery.
• Drive new product introductions and product lifecycle activities from concept through production.
• Partner with customers and internal stakeholders to identify solutions, resolve issues, and exceed expectations.
• Support implementation of manufacturing processes for large electrical, power, and mechanical assemblies.

What You'll Bring

• Experience leading complex projects or programs within manufacturing, operations, engineering, supply chain, or related environments.
• Strong project management, customer relationship management, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, logistics, testing, and supply chain operations.
• Experience working with ERP systems and manufacturing business processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while driving results in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage customers and senior leadership.

Preferred Experience

• Factory startup, greenfield operations, or manufacturing expansion experience.
• Experience with large industrial equipment, power systems, electrical assemblies, or capital equipment manufacturing.
• Familiarity with medium-voltage, low-voltage, panel wiring, point-to-point wiring, or high-power electronic assemblies.
• Background supporting complex customer programs in highly regulated or technical manufacturing environments.

Why Jabil?

This is a rare opportunity to help build a manufacturing operation from the ground up while leading high-visibility customer programs. You'll work alongside a talented startup team, influence the development of a new facility, and play a critical role in delivering innovative, large-scale products that support critical industries worldwide.