Manufacturing Program Manager

Praan (Praan, Inc.) is an impact focused deep-tech startup democratising clean air using breakthrough filterless technology. The company is backed by top tier VCs and CXOs globally and currently operates between the United States and India. Our team puts extreme attention to detail and loves building technology thats aspirational. Praans team and culture is positioned to empower people to solve large global problems at an accelerated pace.

Everyone worries about the dooms-day in climate change which is expected to occur in the 2050s. However, theres one dooms day which is the reality for millions of people around the world today. Air pollution takes more than 7 Million lives globally every single year. Over 5% of premature children death occur due to air pollution in developing countries. Everyone has relied on governments or experts to solve the problem, but most solutions up until today have either been too expensive or too ineffective. Praan is an attempt at making the future cleaner, healthier, and safer for the generations to come.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manufacturing Program Manager to oversee and drive the execution of manufacturing programs from inception to delivery across both MKII and HIVE production lines, as well as NPD and internal projects. The ideal candidate will ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet the required quality standards. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, and quality assurance to ensure efficient and streamlined production processes. As the Manufacturing Program Manager, you will lead initiatives to optimize production workflows, ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards, and manage the lifecycle of key manufacturing projects. Your leadership will be instrumental in ensuring operational excellence and meeting both internal and external customer expectations.