Project Manager

Project Manager

The Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of technical and operational projects within a manufacturing environment. This role blends engineering insight with hands-on project leadership, requiring someone who can independently manage priorities, coordinate cross-functional teams, and deliver results without constant oversight.

The ideal candidate thrives in fast-moving production settings, communicates clearly, and consistently drives projects to completion while balancing scope, cost, timing, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Establish project goals, deliverables, timelines, and success metrics in alignment with operational needs.
• Build and maintain project schedules, identifying risks early and adjusting plans proactively.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, maintenance, production, and quality teams.
• Facilitate structured project meetings and maintain clear, actionable documentation.
• Resolve obstacles independently and escalate major risks with recommended solutions.
• Ensure all regulatory, permitting, and compliance requirements are met and documented.
• Support development of standardized processes for recurring project types.

Technical Execution

• Review engineering designs, contractor proposals, and installation plans for accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct on-site inspections during construction, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Assist with equipment selection and collaborate with vendors to verify technical specifications.
• Ensure adherence to relevant codes, safety standards, and food-manufacturing regulations such as GMP and HACCP.

Contract & Budget Oversight

• Evaluate contract terms to ensure alignment with project needs.
• Monitor spending against approved budgets and manage change orders appropriately.
• Process vendor invoices and resolve discrepancies promptly.

Startup & Transition

• Develop commissioning plans, SOPs, training materials, and validation protocols.
• Coordinate with production and quality teams to ensure operational readiness.
• Track and close out punch-list items and formally transition completed projects to operations.

General Expectations

• Maintain reliable attendance and perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.
• Support additional duties as needed within the operations team.

Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Strong foundation in manufacturing systems, mechanical or process engineering, and facility infrastructure.
• Understanding of automated controls, production equipment, and plant utilities.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, or similar regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with project management tools.
• Experience with ERP systems and basic procurement or accounting workflows.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical documentation.

Core Competencies

• Able to communicate effectively with engineers, contractors, and equipment suppliers.
• Self-directed and capable of managing multiple priorities independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Skilled at influencing cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Comfortable working under pressure in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to navigate production areas, climb ladders, and access elevated or confined equipment spaces.
• Use of appropriate PPE in manufacturing and construction zones.
• Flexibility to support off-shift or weekend work during critical project phases.

Experience & Education

• 3–5 years of project management experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting, with proven success delivering technical projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or related discipline) or Operations Management preferred
• Employment Type: Full-time