Project Manager

Project ManagerJoin a team that values balance, open communication, and your future! Dorner Manufacturing, a Columbus McKinnon Organization, is growing, and we're looking for people who want more than just a job—they want a workplace where they can thrive. Enjoy a culture that prioritizes your work-life balance, leaders who communicate openly, and a company committed to continuous growth and innovation. Discover a career where you can make a difference and still make time for what matters most.Job Summary/OverviewThe Project Manager is responsible for successfully managing assigned projects from their inception to completion. This includes interfacing with customers, sales, engineering, manufacturing, purchasing and management. Project Managers must be able to determine key milestones and effectively collaborate with internal resources to meet or exceed agreed upon customer expectations.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the overall management, reviewing customer specifications, customer meetings, sales calls, scheduling and performance of assigned projectsDevelop and communicate project status and overall schedule for each project including identifying deadlines to internal and external stakeholdersEnsure project scope is clear and defined throughout the project processCoordinate and collaborate with the electrical or mechanical team, when necessary, on team specific functionConduct and collaborate with internal and external resources on Factory Acceptance TestsEnsure designs meet customer specifications and internal expectations prior to releasing from engineeringUpdate Enterprise Resource Planning and project management software with project details and statusOrder and coordinate with vendors when necessary equipment is purchasedUtilize project management software to track projects with detailed notesCollaborate with Engineering to answer and complete any issues that may arise post release, with Fabrication, Assembly and Service.Travel for front end visits, installation support, or Factory Acceptance Tests of vendors equipment when requiredKnowledge, Skills, Competencies, and AbilitiesKnowledgeable at reading engineering drawings A team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude Ability to think abstractly to deal with ambiguous/undefined problems Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to handle multiple projects at the same time Demonstrates product knowledge obtained through experiential hands-on training.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree required preferably in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering 2+ years of project management or related experience CAD experience preferredBenefitsFree coffee daily 11 paid holidays Vacation and paid sick time Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, effective day 1 401(k) with company match Paid parental leave Tuition assistance Disability insurance Dress for your dayAbout Columbus McKinnon: Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials. Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems. We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how. Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we're going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team! Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.