Manufacturing Project Manager

Manufacturing Project Manager (Contract – 6 to 18 Months) Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Project Manager to lead and coordinate complex manufacturing initiatives across multiple U.S. operations. This role will manage cross-functional projects involving manufacturing operations, engineering, supply chain, quality, and plant leadership to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives. The ideal candidate is a certified PMP with a strong background managing large-scale manufacturing projects in fast-paced industrial environments. This individual must be highly organized, execution-oriented, and comfortable driving alignment across multiple stakeholders and locations. This is a contract engagement expected to last approximately 6–18 months, with flexibility on work location within the United States. Key operational sites include NJ; SC; MI; and KY. --- Key Responsibilities · Lead complex manufacturing and operational projects from initiation through execution and closeout · Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, milestones, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies · Coordinate cross-functional teams including manufacturing, engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, procurement, and plant leadership · Drive project governance, status reporting, issue resolution, and stakeholder communication · Ensure alignment between business objectives, operational priorities, and project execution · Identify project risks and proactively implement mitigation plans · Track project performance metrics and communicate progress to executive leadership and site stakeholders · Facilitate meetings, project reviews, and decision-making processes across multiple facilities · Support change management and operational readiness activities associated with manufacturing initiatives · Maintain compliance with internal standards, safety requirements, and operational best practices --- Required Qualifications · PMP (Project Management Professional) certification required · Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline preferred · 7+ years of project management experience within complex manufacturing environments · Proven success managing large-scale, cross-functional manufacturing or operational projects · Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, engineering processes, and plant environments · Experience managing multiple stakeholders across geographically dispersed facilities · Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills · Strong proficiency with project management tools and methodologies · Ability to travel to manufacturing sites as needed --- Preferred Qualifications · MBA preferred · Spanish language proficiency is a plus · Experience working in multi-site manufacturing organizations · Background in highly regulated, industrial, or process manufacturing environments preferred --- Engagement Details · Contract Duration: 6–18 months · Location: Flexible within the United States · Key Site Locations: NJ, SC, MI, KY --- Ideal Candidate Profile The successful candidate will bring a balance of strategic project leadership and hands-on execution capability. They should be comfortable operating in dynamic manufacturing environments, influencing senior stakeholders, and driving projects with urgency, structure, and accountability. #J-18808-Ljbffr