What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager - After Market Solutions position at Synerfac Technical Staffing?
Job Opportunity : Dayton, OhioOur client is looking for a Project Manager to join their team. Our client is a global leader in the design, manufacture, sale, service, refurbishment and modernization of metal stamping presses and metal forming automation equipment making them one of the largest press manufacturers in the world. The Project Manager will be responsible for leading and managing the execution of assigned equipment upgraded and retrofits of client machinery / products.Requirements / Qualifications : - A Bachelor Degree (or higher) in Project Management, Business, or Engineering (or related field). Project Management Certification is a plus.- Four to five years of project management, electrical engineering, or sales experience in the metal stamping or capital equipment industry.- In-depth knowledge of industry applications and requirements involving capital equipment. Experience regarding presses, feed lines, tooling, die change equipment, electrical controls and conveying equipment is a plus. - General knowledge of capital equipment rigging and installation requirements.- Ability to travel 20% of time.- General knowledge of planning, budget control, and pricing required for complete capital equipment upgrades, retrofits, and equipment relocations.- Good communication, negotiation, interpersonal, and presentation skills.- General knowledge of PC hardware and software skills used in preparing professional communications for customers. Must be familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project. Some understanding and use of AutoCAD is a plus.- Specific demonstrable knowledge of project management techniques.- Ability to read and comprehend mechanical and electrical drawings.- Good understanding and knowledge of general metal forming press design. Good understanding and knowledge of press control systems.Responsibilities / Duties : - Review the Command Sheet and other order documentation issued by Sales Administration and ensure all open items and questions have been resolved. - Act as the primary interface between the Customer and the company with regard to clarifying technical issues, commercial issues, project schedules, installation schedules, and all other Order related issues and documentation. - Coordinate, monitor, and control the Confirmation Drawing and Technical Specification approval process between the Customer and the company. - Assist in the generation of Command Sheets and Order Revisions as required for assigned projects. - Manage the integration of mechanical and electrical assemblies, auxiliary equipment; various press related options, and third party components. - Coordinate the application of non-standard commercial items (extended warranties, penalty clauses special payment terms and the like) with third party suppliers.- Provide periodic updates to the After Market Solutions Manager, National Sales Manager, Regional Sales Managers, and Distributors regarding the status of their Orders. - Process and manage the implementation of Security Agreements when required for specific orders. - Initiate accounting procedures for invoicing at agreed commercial set points including final customer approval sign-off. - Travel to Customer Sites regarding new order kick-off meetings, progress review meetings, pre-installation meetings, installation progress review meetings, and other required on-site responsibilities. - Initiate and direct meetings with Department Managers to review project details, progress, schedule conflicts, customer requests and changes, liability issues, and other related issues. - Manage order configuration changes. - Monitor and manage project costs. Identify risks to the successful completion of projects and develop and implement action plans accordingly. - Monitor the completion of all documentation and records pertaining to the customer and internally for the company. - Provide progress reports to Customers regarding the status of their orders by monitoring the assembly progress of the company and third party equipment.- Coordinate the transportation issues with Logistics; installation issues with Installation Services and Service, and ensure the company receives the Customer sign-off after the installation is complete. - Process incoming RFQs, costing worksheets and assist with development of quotations.Benefits : - A 401k plan that matches 50 cents on the dollar.- Low cost medical insurance.- Dental and Life Insurance.- 10 paid holidays per year.- Generous Vacation Plan.
