Project Manager

Project Manager

LHH is seeking a Project Manager for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with a manufacturing client in Indianapolis, Indiana. This is a newly created role due to increased business demands and project volume. You will join an existing team and will manage a variety of projects involving product development, operations, supply chain, capital projects, cost-savings, etc. The compensation is commensurate to experience and ranges between $85,000-90,000 per year and includes a comprehensive benefit package, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off plus additional personal days and holidays, 401K program with a company match, and more.

***Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.***

Job Responsibilities

• Lead projects from initiation through completion, managing scope, timelines, risks, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across product development, engineering, operations, supply chain, marketing, and other business functions.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects, including new product development, automation implementation, engineering changes, supply chain initiatives, and process improvement efforts.
• Develop project plans, schedules, documentation, and status reports while ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, proactively removing obstacles and escalating issues as needed.
• Lead without authority by influencing stakeholders, driving accountability, and ensuring project commitments are met.
• Support portfolio prioritization and help establish scalable project management processes, tools, and documentation standards.
• Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure projects are completed on time and within established objectives.
• Create and improve systems, workflows, and procedures to support organizational growth and PMO development efforts.
• Collaborate with business leaders to maintain compliance with quality, safety, and ISO-related requirements while staying current on industry trends and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Project Management, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, and/or Supply Chain Management is highly preferred
• Preference toward candidates with a PMP Certification
• Must have 3+ years of experience serving as a Project Manager within a manufacturing or distribution/warehousing facility (PLEASE NOTE: Candidates from construction, cable/internet, IT/software, or service-related candidates will NOT be considered)
• Must have proven experience serving as the project owner and driving project execution from cradle to grave (not just providing project support or project coordination)
• Must be a natural problem-solver who possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills
• ***Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.***

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled