Plant Systems & Automation Project Lead

TAMKO is seeking a Plant Systems Project Manager at one of our major manufacturing locations to lead industrial automation and plant systems projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety expectations are met while following approved PMO standards and governance. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may also be assigned. Plan and manage industrial automation and plant systems projects from initiation through closeout using approved PMO standards, tools, and governance. Partner with plant operations, engineering, maintenance, safety, IT, and vendors to define scope, objectives, budgets, schedules, and deliverables aligned with business needs. Identify and manage project stakeholders; clarify expectations, roles, responsibilities, and decision rights throughout the project lifecycle. Develop and maintain detailed project plans (milestones, dependencies, critical path) and provide accurate performance reporting and forecasts. Define, document, review, and control project requirements; maintain traceability between requirements, design decisions, and delivered functionality. Proactively manage changes to scope, cost, schedule, and benefits to minimize operational disruption and financial risk. Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, constraints, and dependencies; resolve within the team and escalate when appropriate. Coordinate internal resources, contractors, and vendors to ensure solutions meet functional, safety, reliability, and operational readiness requirements. Lead project closeout activities, including after-action reviews, lessons learned, documentation completion, and transition to operations. Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Computer Science (required). Experience managing projects in manufacturing environments and/or industrial automation/plant systems is preferred. Travel Up to 25% travel. Physical Requirements/Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must be able to operate computer and other office equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet and occasionally moderate. In addition to competitive wages, TAMKO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including Group Health and Life Insurance, Vision and Dental Insurance, a Flexible Benefits Plan, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, a Profit Sharing Retirement Plan, and other valuable benefits. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required and is subject to change at any time based on business needs. About TAMKO TAMKO Building Products LLC is one of the nation's largest independent manufacturers of residential and commercial roofing products, waterproofing products, and related building materials. Headquartered in Galena, Kansas, TAMKO has been committed to innovation, quality, and customer service for over 80 years. Our success is driven by our people — individuals who take pride in their work, share an ownership mindset, and are dedicated to delivering excellence. At TAMKO, we strive to foster a safe, supportive, and rewarding work environment where employees can grow and succeed. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr