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Title : Project Manager - MES
Location : Victor, NY (Hybrid - 3 days onsite)
Duration : Full-time / Permanent
Overview / Job Specifics :
The following skills are MANDATORY for a candidate to be considered :
Extensive IT PM experience
Experience implementing Enterprise Level software
Experience in Manufacturing Systems and / or MES, packaging, or distribution (manufacturing is preferred)
Job Summary :
The Sr. Project Manager will manage a multi-phased project involving the analysis, design, and deployment and development of a support structure for a new Manufacturing Execution System.
The candidate will develop project plans for each phase to ensure projects are completed within scope, time, and budget.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, and the ability to drive continuous improvement through data-driven decision-making.
This role requires excellent leadership, communication, and organization skills to ensure the successful delivery of projects that enhance our manufacturing capabilities and efficiency.
The position requires extensive facilitation of, and collaboration with, cross-functional groups including engineering, manufacturing, IT, supply chain, finance, and other teams, as appropriate.
Essential Functions & Accountabilities :
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of Manufacturing Systems projects, primarily focused on the design and deployment of a Global Manufacturing Execution System.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, IT, and operations, to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
Monitor and report on project progress, addressing any issues or risks that arise.
Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project stakeholders.
Ensure projects and phases are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
Utilize appropriate project management methodologies (ex. Agile, Waterfall, Scrum) to drive project management processes and outcomes.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes and systems.
Ensure proper training and support occurs for team members and end-users on new systems and processes.
Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in manufacturing intelligence and project management.
Apply a structured planning approach and analysis to autonomously lead initiatives while evaluating progress, establishing project timelines and ownership, identifying measures of success, and ensuring results are realized.
Execute on various daily, weekly, and monthly tasks that are crucial to the advancement of the project including : scoping and executing programs, adjusting program strategy as needed and providing regular cadence of updates to senior leadership, acting as a business lead for projects when required.
Collaborate with leaders from the business and IT to continually identify data-driven opportunities, build cross-functional buy-in and commitment and deliver on innovative solutions to challenging operational problems.
Understand the goals and initiatives of the overall business and be proactive in ensuring that they are addressed in each project.
Develop, monitor, and control project schedules with proactive risk mitigation and issue resolution.
Resolve conflicts between competing priorities of various functions and escalate to leadership when needed in a timely manner.
Identify, communicate, and mitigate risks and roadblocks within a program.
Take corrective actions as required to deliver complete scope, at desired quality, cost targets, on time and within budget for own projects.
Lead process improvement efforts that can benefit areas across the business.
Ensure project deliverables and tasks are appropriately resourced.
Assess, gain team consensus, and communicate project status to Senior Management.
Facilitate communication across all business functions and external partners.
Maintain strong relationships and trust throughout organization by building a cross-functional network of peers and leaders.
Assist in the development, implementation, and upkeep of standard project management processes, reports, and tools.
Travel Requirements :
Domestic and International Travel up to 50%, depending on the stage of the project
Experience :
10 years of relevant project / program management experience, preferably within manufacturing and supply chain industries, plus specific functional area experience.
Proven experience managing projects involving Manufacturing Systems, particularly Manufacturing Execution Systems, or similar technologies.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Experience with Problem Solving Methodologies & Value Stream Designing
Experience managing projects in a regulated industry, medical device is preferred.
Experience with Critical Manufacturing MES is preferred.
Education :
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Information Technology, or a related field.
Certification in Agile project management (e.g., Scrum Master, PMI-ACP) is preferred.
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