The Project Manager will oversee various projects of moderate to high complexity of design, manufacturing, supply chain and quality projects; leading projects from original concept through final implementation. Manage and report project scope, status, escalations, cost, and timing to all impacted internal and external stakeholders.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of assigned projects including charters, plans, action trackers, punch lists, and documentation through completion.
- Act as the single point of contact for projects, ensuring effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Develop detailed work plans, schedules, budgets, metrics, resource plans, and status reports.
- Define project scope, objectives, and required resources, managing project implementation.
- Conduct project meetings, including daily huddles and Kaizen events (process/quality/manufacturing improvement).
- Provide progress reports for internal management reporting.
- Collaborate cross-departmentally to coordinate root cause investigations, leadership report-outs, and metric/dashboard reporting.
- Work with Sales and Engineering on Design and Production projects to enhance customer engagement/partnership.
- Manage integration of customer/vendor tasks, track deliverables, and oversee contract administration/invoicing.
- Implement NPI process improvements from sales, design, and production phases.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and monitor project costs.
- Travel may be required for project needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline required.
- PMP Certification required.
- Proven success in Lean Six Sigma initiatives, Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, and Root Cause Analysis.
- Minimum of 4 years in program/project management in sales/operations/new product introduction.
- Minimum of 4 years in production/quality/process engineering/product management.
- Experience in Mechanical or Electrical product/design management preferred.
- Experience in electronics manufacturing design, testing, and operations.
- Experience with Visio, Tableau, Power BI, and Salesforce is a plus.
- Familiarity with stamping, molding, tooling, and assembly in the connector space is a plus.
Required Skills:
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in MS Project, MS Office, and SolidWorks.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to lead, influence, negotiate, resolve conflicts, and build consensus.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and track simultaneous projects.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Benefits
• Shareholder status
• Healthcare benefits
• Fully paid life insurance
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401(k) employer match
• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Growth and Development Opportunities