Project Manager – Manufacturing Consultant

FTE Factory Advisors

Project Manager leading manufacturing operations consultant projects for Factory Advisors. Collaborate with industrial organizations for operational transformation with project oversight and team leadership.

Posted 7/27/2026full-timeDetroit • Illinois, Missouri, Montana, Pennsylvania, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $100,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project management capabilities, including budget and resource planning, while effectively leading high-performance teams. Proficient in client engagement and developing strategies for continuous improvement and business expansion.

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Project ManagementBudget ManagementLeadership SkillsCoaching and MentoringContinuous Improvement Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Project ControlsResource PlanningCost-Benefit AnalysisKPI DevelopmentLean ManufacturingSix SigmaProcess EngineeringManufacturing EngineeringQuality EngineeringSupply Chain Management

Soft Skills

Client CommunicationInfluential LeadershipProblem-Solving SkillsTeam CollaborationCoaching

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingProcess ImprovementFactory OperationsIndustrial EngineeringProject Oversight

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Client-facing project oversight and leadership
Maintain resource utilization against project budget and expected deliverables (scope)
Compile and deliver clean, concise reports using standard Microsoft Office tools
Collaborate with clients to determine appropriate KPIs to measure improvement activity
Develop objective cost-benefit analysis to document and demonstrate clear ROI
Monitor project performance, identify risks, and recommend countermeasures as necessary
Monitor and positively influence Sr. Advisors to ensure alignment with FTE’s delivery standards
Actively seek additional opportunities to support clients outside of the existing scope of work
Maintain day-to-day client communications, and on-site activity, to ensure client satisfaction
Actively engage as a Sr. Advisor in case delivery when project scope or staffing requires
Positively promote FTE’s value proposition and services
Actively identify opportunities for new or expansion of existing business
Support FTE Case Managers and Principals in building out project approach, staffing, and translating customer pain points into new business opportunities
Determine project loading (how much) and staffing models (who) to support this approach
Continuously work to develop, document, and improve FTE business processes and our approach and output for client casework
Participate in annual business planning and internal project execution
Participate in vetting of candidates seeking to join FTE’s Core Team or Advisory Network

Requirements

What you’ll need

10 – 20 years of diverse work experience as a manager within one or more of the following disciplines: Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Factory Operations, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or Quality Engineering
Experience managing projects, including project controls, budget, and resource planning
Strong passion for coaching and mentoring others
Strong leadership and management skills leading high-performance senior teams
Passion for coaching and mentoring others
Desired Experience but not Required: Experience developing manufacturing strategy, utilizing lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and/or continuous improvement methodologies
Proven experience in coaching problem-solving skills (quantitative, conceptual, analytical)
Proven ability to deliver results through influential leadership vs. positional power
Education: Bachelor’s degree is required, or equivalent years of work experience; MBA is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and offer a competitive wage and benefits package.