The Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end execution of key projects, primarily New Product Development
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in strict adherence to quality and performance standards
Serve as the central point of command, bridging the gap between engineering, production, product management and external stakeholders
Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Gantt charts or critical path method (CPM) to ensure all milestones are met from inception to launch
Lead multi-disciplinary teams across departments to ensure seamless communication and alignment on project objectives
Proactively identify potential bottlenecks or safety hazards within the manufacturing process and develop contingency plans to minimize impact on project delivery
Prepare and present regular progress reports to executive leadership, providing transparency into project health, resource utilization, and key performance indicators (KPIs)

Requirements

4 Year College Degree – Engineering, Business or related
A PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is highly preferred
3+ years of project management experience specifically within a manufacturing, fabrication, or heavy industrial environment
Or 5-10 years related project management experience
Adept user of Microsoft Office Suite tools
Strong verbal and written communication skills
In-depth knowledge of industrial manufacturing processes
Assertive personality with a willingness to challenge assumptions and hold teams accountable to realistic, data-driven milestones

Benefits

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementNew Product DevelopmentGantt chartscritical path methodresource utilizationkey performance indicators

Soft Skills

communication skillsleadershipproblem-solvingassertivenessteam accountability

Certifications

PMP (Project Management Professional)