What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Ohio Gratings, Inc.?
SUMMARY:
A Project Manager’s primary responsibilities are to fulfill all aspects of the project after a purchase order has been received, ensuring that the company delivers a product that meets the client’s expectations, is of the highest quality, and is delivered on time and within budget. This involves serving as the main point of contact for all communications – e.g., directing and coordinating tasks with estimating, sales, detailing, engineering, operations, logistics, installers, etc. The Project Manager will oversee the project from start to finish, ensuring it stays on track and meets business objectives, while serving as a customer liaison. The role includes checking the status of the project on the production floor, conducting quality checks, and reviewing the project before shipping.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan, organize, and manage contract manufacturing projects from start to successful completion.
- Serve as the main point of contact for customers, communicating via phone and email to build professional relationships.
- Oversee all project phases, including design, detailing, engineering review, production, quality checks, and shipping.
- Utilize knowledge of manufacturing machinery, processes, and engineering practices to ensure adherence to project requirements.
- Create and prepare final drawings of parts for production, including written orders and shop documents.
- Collaborate with the production team to ensure timelines are met and projects stay within budget.
- Monitor project status on the production floor, ensuring quality checks and reviewing project progress.
- Manage and adapt work progress as required to keep projects on track.
- Develop bills of material, material take-offs, tolerance and dimensioning of products, welding/manufacturing symbols, and other requirements.
- Implement all project activities, including project design, outside services, and shipping, according to purchase order terms.
- Review and recommend approval of contracts, change orders, and cost estimates.
- Oversee packaging and shipping, including truckload planning and crate design to ensure safe delivery.
- Make critical project-related decisions under pressure to ensure on-time delivery.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Required: Associate's degree in relevant drafting/design course of study.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant course of study and previous experience in project management, preferably within a fabrication and design environment.
- 2-3 years of project management experience with cross-functional teams.
- Strong experience with SolidWorks sheet metal and other CAD software.
- Experience with a tollgate PM system or similar is highly desirable.
- Strong manufacturing experience, including machining, welding, and forming, with metals experience as a plus.
- Ability to read and understand manufacturing drawings and tolerances.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Team player, motivator, planner, and problem solver.
- Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analysis, critical thinking, and leadership skills.
- Deadline and detail-oriented.
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience with MRP/ERP systems.
- Experience with a tollgate PM system or similar decision-making framework is desired.
Physical Requirements:
This role requires working in both office and manufacturing environments. The employee must be able to sit at a desk, take stairs, physically check jobs in progress, and interact with customers and manufacturing associates. The employee must also review items prior to shipping.
EEO STATEMENT:
Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under local, state, or federal laws.
