Project Management Associate

Viking Masek - Simple in Motion

Viking Masek Packaging Technologies provides innovative packaging automation for food beverage health medical and consumer goods manufacturers globally. We offer advanced solutions like vertical form fill seal (VFFS) premade pouch stick pack machines flow wrapping equipment case packers and cartoners At Viking Masek we focus on innovation and integration delivering complete packaging automation solutions to optimize production lines worldwide.

When you join us youll find:

• Purpose-driven work that makes a real difference in communities around the globe.
• Career growth and development opportunities designed to help you achieve your potential.
• A supportive inclusive culture where collaboration and creativity thrive.

Be part of something bigger. At Viking Masek your contributions will ripple far beyond the workplace - creating lasting change.

Job Description:

As a Project Management Associate you will support the planning coordination and execution of projects from kickoff through delivery. Working closely with Project Managers and cross-functional teams you will help maintain project schedules documentation communication and action items to keep projects organized and on track.

As a key support role youll assist in tracking progress preparing reports coordinating meetings and following up on action items to help keep complex machine builds on schedule. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their project management career who is eager to learn contribute and grow within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What Youll Do

• Coordinate & Track: Assist with project schedules timelines task trackers and milestones. Monitor project progress update internal systems and follow up on action items to help keep projects moving forward.
• Organize & Document: Maintain accurate project files including contracts change orders technical drawings and other project documentation. Support version control and ensure documentation remains organized throughout the project lifecycle.
• Communicate & Collaborate: Coordinate project meetings calls and reviews with customers vendors and internal teams. Prepare agendas meeting notes and project updates while ensuring important changes and concerns are communicated to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Support Project Reporting: Help prepare progress reports status updates dashboards and other project materials for internal teams and customers. Assist with preparation for factory acceptance tests (FATs) and site reports.
• Coordinate Materials & Logistics: Track parts and materials needed to support project timelines. Work with Purchasing and Inventory to monitor component availability and delivery assist with packing lists and shipping documentation and follow up with vendors on order status or delays.
• Improve & Learn: Identify opportunities to improve project processes and documentation. Participate in project close-out and lessons-learned activities while continuing to build knowledge of project management principles tools systems and software.

Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes or capital equipment projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel Word and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Proactive problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify potential issues and escalate appropriately
• Basic technical literacy and comfort understanding mechanical/electromechanical components
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a technical project management team

Desired Skills

• Experience in project coordination operations or engineering support role
• Experience with MS Project or Smartsheet

Why work at Viking Masek:

At Viking Masek we believe our people are our greatest asset. We strive to create a workplace where employees feel valued supported and excited to grow their careers.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay and performance-based incentives
• Health dental and vision insurance options
• Paid time off holidays and flexible scheduling
• Profit sharing
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A collaborative inclusive and supportive work environment
• Onsite fitness center
• Event Space free for employees personal use
• Employee rewards & discounts
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in a growing company

Our Culture:

We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another our products the diverse consumers we represent and the communities we call home. We value integrity teamwork and innovation. We encourage open communication diverse perspectives and celebrate both individual and team successes.

Core Values:

Simple in Motion

• SERVICE : Serving our customers colleagues and community
• INNOVATION : Solving your unique packaging challenges
• MOTIVATION : Motivated by our story to build your story
• PARTNERSHIP : Listening with curiosity and empathy to build strong relationships
• LEADERSHIP : Confidently transforming your goals into realities
• EXCELLENCE : Committed to delivering our best

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*Viking Masek does not sponsor applicants for U.S work authorization. *

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability race color religion gender national origin age genetic information military or veteran status sexual orientation marital status or any other protected Federal State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations to apply or during the interview process including for in-person interviews please contact our Talent Acquisition team at . Viking Masek is dedicated to offering reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process for qualified individuals.

Required Experience:

IC