Project Manager II

Project ManagerSMC, Ltd. is a globally recognized premium supplier to the medical market with locations throughout the world. People committed to speed, technology, and exceptional performance are the cornerstone of our organization. Comprised of dedicated people and decades of manufacturing experience, we have continued to experience strong growth and currently have outstanding career opportunities for equally dedicated people.In the position of a Project Manager, you will manage and oversee the development of new projects from quotation support, through development and validation of molds, equipment, and manufacturing processes, and successful transfer to Manufacturing.Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:Lead small development project and support SMC project team on new product development and/or sustaining projects.Work with internal and external resources to research, design, and develop all of the necessary elements of the project – molds, tooling, processes, automation, fixtures, EOAT, secondary equipment, etc.Effective use of personal and team, and organizational communication. As the primary interface good communication skills and responsiveness are required.Develop project timelines that support our quoted lead-times, and incorporate the customer requirements for validation, pilot builds, and approval.Manage project to ensure that we meet the customer deliverables and complete a successful development so that we meet the quality and financial requirements of the project.Deploy good project management techniques with internal and external teams – Action item lists, meeting minutes, strong communication skills, setting priorities, seeking other assistance as required.Be the primary technical interface with customer.Gather product requirements from the customer.Review product design for compliance with engineering principles, engineering standards and customer requirements and specifications.Provide technical support and input in the areas of product design, material selection, mold design, manufacturing, secondary operations, validations and other areas related to our industry.Other duties as assigned.Essential Qualifications:Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering preferably Plastics.A minimum of 5-7 years of experience, in the plastics Industry, preferably Injection Molding and medical product focused.Experience with high-speed automation production environments.Capable of multi-tasking, organized, excellent time management skills.Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.Must have strong presentation skills.Ability to exercise strong judgment in analyzing, evaluating and solving problems.Working knowledge of 3D CAD software. Solidworks is preferred.Ability to read, write and communicate in English.ADA Requirements:Stand, walk, bend, squat, twist, reach or otherwise move frequentlyOccasional repetitive motion and graspingOccasional climbing to reach areas on machines or racksLift, move or otherwise transfer up to 50 lbs. occasionally, >20 lbs. frequentlyTypically sits, grasps items or performs keyboarding for occasional operation of a computerExposure to typical machine shop physical hazards which may require respiratory protectionWe are committed to fair and equitable hiring with salaries based on relevant factors, such as work experience, education, and certifications. Toward the principle of equal pay for equal work, we post and hire within defined salary ranges. We ask all applicants to review salary ranges for each posted job opportunity, as we will not hire outside the predetermined range.At SMC Ltd. we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.SMC Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V; this organization uses E-Verify.Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.