What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Maag?
MAAG Pump Systems, Automatik Plastics Machinery, Gala Industries, Reduction Engineering Scheer, Ettlinger, AMN and Witte – seven successful and well-experienced companies have joined forces to become the global partner for the polymer industry. As a manufacturer of gear pumps, pelletizing and filtration systems and also pulverizers we offer top-grade equipment for your demanding requirements – not only for polymer applications, but also for the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical and food industries.
The Project Manager will assist MAAG America’s sales organization managing customer projects from early opportunity through start-up. The Project Manager will be the customer advocate and “voice of the customer” within the company. In concert with Sales, the Project Manager will ensure best-in-class project management and communication with both internal and external parties.
Position Description - Tasks Responsibilities, Competencies
- Leads project management and being accountable to timelines and commitments
- Creates quotes and proposals for new capital equipment
- Manages customer communication and achieving expectations
- Resolves commercial issues and change orders
- Develops complex quotations that meet target margins
- Core Competency: Customer focussed and driven
- Core Competency: Communication skills
- Core Competency: Solutioning, creative problem-solving
Work Environment
Work in this position is predominately conducted in a temperature-controlled environment within a cubical space, office, or meeting room using a computer and standard office tools. Periodic visits to the manufacturing and assembly areas in the plant are required at times. The employee may be exposed to higher temperatures and humidity while in the plant as it is not air-conditioned. While in the plant the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and elevated noise levels. Proper PPE (hearing protection, safety glasses, safety-toed footwear) is required to be worn in the plant.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to interact with both internal and external customers in person, via phone, email, Teams, text, etc. Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and written, and be able to listen and comprehend. This position can be high paced therefore the employee must be able to adapt to stressful situations.
- The employee is required to sit or stand for long durations of time while working on a computer. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While in the plant standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and climbing may be required.
- Occasional prolonged sitting when traveling to another facility.
Education
Mandatory
- Experience in a technical discipline in lieu of a four-year degree
Desirable
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Process, Chemical)
- Project Management Certificate
Professional Experience
Mandatory
- Desire to work with customers and have interactions through visits, calls and emails
- Application Engineering experience
- Understanding of basic financial metrics
Desirable
- Proficiency with CRM/Database tools
- Understanding of pricing strategies
- Understand engineering principles
Interpersonal Skills
Mandatory
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrates ownership and entrepreneurial behavior
- Innovative mindset
- Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks
- Independent self-starter with ability to solve problems and anticipate and avoid issues
- Strong team player, work ethic and commitment to win
- Customer-focused
Schedule
Monday to Friday with occasional weekend responsibilities (travel)
Travel Frequency
10%
We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.
