Project Manager

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Description

We are seeking a Project Manager to lead and deliver manufacturing projects in a dynamic industrial environment. In this role, you will drive capital projects, process improvements, and new product introductions and transitions while ensuring alignment with safety, quality, and operational goals. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across U.S. and Mexico sites to deliver consistent, efficient, and high-impact results.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead end-to-end execution of manufacturing projects, including equipment installations, process improvements, and new product introductions and transitions
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, and deliverables
• Ensure alignment with plant operations, safety, and production schedules
• Apply continuous improvement tools (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) to drive efficiency and reduce waste
• Use data to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions
• Track and communicate project performance across cost, quality, delivery, and safety metrics
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and EHS teams
• Coordinate activities across multiple manufacturing sites in the U.S. and Mexico
• Identify and mitigate project risks impacting safety, quality, and production
• Manage project budgets, including capital expenditures and ROI tracking
• Provide clear updates to stakeholders and senior leadership

Who You Are:
You analyze situations by asking the right questions and using data to guide decisions. You consistently deliver on commitments and navigate complex organizations to drive results. You effectively plan and prioritize work, ensuring alignment with key milestones and objectives.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
• Experience managing projects in a manufacturing or plant environment
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as assembly, machining, or automation
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet)
• Strong data analysis skills (Excel or similar tools)
• Experience working with cross-functional teams
• Ability to travel up to 25–40% between Aiken, Mexicali, and Saltillo

• Fluency in English (verbal and written) required

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• PMP certification
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred)
• Experience managing capital projects or new product introductions

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe inclusive teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. 

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, our employee’s passion for innovation and results drives our 
success. We actively pursue new technologies, capabilities and approaches to drive tangible value for our customers. To reward this passion for innovation and results, Emerson makes meaningful investments in our people. We provide competitive compensation, integrated benefits offerings, and fulfilling career journeys that support the growth of each employee. We firmly believe that when Emerson is successful in achieving its operational and financial goals, our employees share in the company’s success. The salary range for this role is $72,653-103,790 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role

Work Authorization:

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible.

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