Manufacturing Data & Operations Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

This role is ideal for a project manager who understands manufacturing operations and enjoys working at the intersection of business, data, and technology. You will help teams define what data they need, where it comes from, and how it drives better operational decisions.

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with operations, service, and manufacturing teams to gather and refine requirements
• Translate business needs into data requirements and project deliverables
• Lead initiatives that leverage data from systems like ERP and external sources
• Align stakeholders on reporting needs, performance metrics, and execution strategies
• Work cross-functionally with IT and technical teams to deliver solutions
• Ensure project milestones and deliverables are met

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in manufacturing or operations-focused environments
• Strong stakeholder management and requirement gathering experience
• Exposure to Digital Transformation or Industry 4.0 initiatives
• Ability to connect business processes with data/reporting needs
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field

Important Note:

• This is not a standalone IT/ERP implementation role . Candidates must have experience working directly with operations and business teams.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90,000 - 110,000 annually

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Menomonee Falls,WI.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.