Manufacturing Project Manager

Manufacturing Project Manager to oversee and lead our large, technology-driven manufacturing projects from concept to completion. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record in project management, a deep understanding of the manufacturing processes, and the ability to foster collaboration between internal company divisions and external partners.

Essential Functions

• Create high-level project plans and feasibility studies and ensure strategic execution by leading the development of proposals and project outlines.
• Lead product-specific projects by monitoring production performance, managing financial and customer reporting, and liaising with internal and external partners.
• Communicate priorities and escalate issues to relevant management levels effectively.
• Oversee and refine operational processes to support seamless project execution, from concept, design, and prototypes to medium and large production runs.
• Utilize project management tools and methodologies to develop and implement plans for the implementation of project overall goals and objectives, including production timelines and customer reporting.
• Lead cross-department collaboration with Production, Planning, and Engineering to ensure the design aligns with manufacturing capabilities, timelines, and department outputs.
• Manage manufacturing project agreements, budgets, material procurement, change orders, and other customer contractual obligations to ensure accurate and timely customer billing.
• Proactively track progress and ensure project deliverables such as drawings, materials, and approvals align with production deadlines.
• Coordinate quality assurance and control measures throughout the manufacturing process to meet project and customer expectations and produce reports for customer review.
• Host weekly internal and progress meetings to communicate goals and align deliverables.
• In conjunction with the manufacturing shipping team, ensure that modules, machines, and parts are prepared for shipping in accordance with the logistics plan(s).
• Track activities in the CRM Leadman database regularly, ensuring scheduling, follow-up dates, and reports are generated and reviewed regularly.
• Analyze and research information to quote, cost, plan, and create timelines for large technology-driven manufacturing jobs, large multifaceted production runs, and special projects for prototype work.
• Identify, proactively address, and resolve customer concerns and gather prospective information, product knowledge, or competitive information.
• Other research and reporting duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Project Management: Proven ability to manage end-to-end project lifecycles efficiently.
• Leadership: Strong leadership skills to inspire and guide teams toward achieving goals.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Manufacturing Processes: Deep understanding of manufacturing workflows and challenges.

Marginal Functions

• Any other duties that may be assigned by management

Qualifications and Experience

Education:

• Required: Associate's degree in Manufacturing Technology, Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field, with at least 2 years of experience in Sales or Customer Service positions.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Technology, Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field with 3-5 years of experience in Sales within the manufacturing or fabrication industry

Experience:

• Senior-level project management expertise with 5 years of experience.
• Minimum 2 years of outside business-to-business sales experience with a proven track record of success.

Technical Skills:

• Required: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Preferred: Advanced knowledge of MRP/MRS systems, CRM software, lean processing, and ISO Quality Standards.
• Proficiency in the English language, including grammar and composition, sufficient for clear and effective communication.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $73,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $73,000 - $80,000