Internal Project Manager

Emerson has an exciting opportunity for an Internal Project Manager in Marshalltown, Iowa! You will join a leading manufacturer of large, custom-designed control valves in a dynamic and technologically advanced production environment. As an Internal Project Manager (IPM), you will develop and own the manufacturing milestone plan for KOB1/KOB2 projects, managing the manufacturing process from Release to Manufacturing through Shipment. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project commitments are met, proactively address challenges, and support successful outcomes for customers and the business.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead and participate in project and manufacturing kick-off meetings, ensuring quality, technical, and operational requirements are understood, documented, and executed while driving closure of open action items.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate manufacturing milestone plans, lead-time estimates, project schedules, and status updates for assigned projects.
• Coordinate all factory activities related to assigned projects, including Built Not Shipped and Date Management processes, to support successful execution from release through shipment.
• Partner closely with Project Management, Emerson Impact Partners, manufacturing teams, and other stakeholders to present a unified approach and meet customer commitments.
• Monitor project progress, proactively identify risks or schedule deviations, and facilitate appropriate corrective or expediting actions when needed.
  Prepare and coordinate pre-inspection meetings, customer inspections, video inspections, shipping schedules, and related activities to support customer requirements and on-time delivery.
• Support PMO objectives, policies, and goals while assisting with customer visits and factory tours as needed.

Who You Are:

You step up to handle tough issues. You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization. You partner with others to get work done. You establish and maintain effective customer relationships.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• 2-year degree required or High School Diploma/GED with 2 years manufacturing experience.
• Must be fluent in English.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Project management experience.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and build relationships with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn, understand, and communicate internal specification requirements.
• Ability to work independently while engaging others appropriately to achieve desired outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to remain effective and focused when managing competing priorities and challenging situations.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability and effectiveness in a fast-paced, continuously evolving environment.

Our Culture and 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 diverse 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, an 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, vacation, and holiday leave.

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ABOUT US

WHY EMERSON


Our Commitment to Our People


At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.


We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.


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 for hire.


Equal Opportunity Employer


Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.


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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.


With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!


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