Project Manager (Manufacturing)

Project Manager

Robinson Fans, Inc. is a family-owned and operated business going back six generations. Founded in 1892, Robinson Fans is a significant player in the industrial air-moving equipment space. Headquartered in Zelienople, PA, since 1922, Robinson Fans has locations in Trussville, AL, Lakeland, FL, and Salt Lake City, UT. At Robinson Fans Inc., our employees are at the core of all we do. We provide a fast-paced and supportive culture that provides our team members with the environment needed to succeed and career pathways for growth. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to add to our existing team.

The Project Manager is responsible for the direction, coordination, implementation, control and completion of projects, while remaining aligned with strategy, commitments and goals of Robinson. The Project Manager is responsible for creating and meeting deadlines; budgets and resources, in addition to communicating all deliverables of projects both to the internal team and to the customer. The Project Manager position is highly visible within the organization and extremely interactive with our customer base.

What You Will Do

• Create and define project plans, scope, timelines, allocate resources and monitor project progress
• Review sales orders and drawings to ensure smooth project execution
• Work within established budget, communicate exceptions promptly
• Track and communicate deliverables
• Schedule and lead initial and follow-up meetings; set expectations for the team
• Monitor, follow up and report on project progress
• Identify and resolve issues, communicating outcomes
• Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors for the flawless execution of projects
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques (ERP System, Microsoft Office Suite, custom in-house programs)
• Develop spreadsheets, diagrams and process maps (Gannt Charts) to document project progress
• Report and escalate issues to management as necessary
• Manage and maintain relationships with customers through the life of the equipment
• Work with sub vendors on aux equipment issues
• Remain current with industry technology, processes and practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent decision making and leadership capabilities
• Contract negotiation experience
• Conflict resolution experience
• Excellent client facing and internal communication skills
• Experience with high value projects
• Ability to work in a high volume and fast paced environment with tight deadlines
• Solid technical background
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid attention to detail skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Project Management software
• Strong working knowledge of Gannt Charts
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative style across multiple departments

Minimum Requirements

• 3+ years of Project Management experience in manufacturing or operations preferred
• Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent Project Management experience
• Demonstrated track record of operational excellence
• Ability to work flexible hours as required to support successful project execution from order to post shipment.
• Ability to travel as needed up to 10%

Robinson offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package that includes opportunities for quarterly productions bonuses, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, 401k w/ strong company match, annual profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off, including paid vacation and ten paid holidays. Robinson Fans, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, religion, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic or trait protected by federal, state, or local law.