Project Manager

A bit about us:

Founded over 70 years ago,we are a global manufacturer of industrial food processing and packaging equipment. We design and build customized systems used by major food producers, and we are known for delivering highly engineered equipment, long-term stability, and strong support throughout the full project lifecycle from concept through installation and start-up.

Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation: Excellent base salary (DOE)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays, PTO, Sick Time, and Birthday Off
• Stable, Global Manufacturer with Long-Term Growth
• Collaborative Work Environment with Cross-Functional Exposure
• Travel Opportunity: Approximately 10%-20%

Job Details

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Manage projects from quote review through shipment, installation, and closeout
• Review specs, purchase orders, guarantees, and project costs to identify issues early
• Maintain project schedules, sales orders, and updates in SAP and Microsoft Project
• Coordinate outside vendors for specialized equipment, pricing, schedules, and approvals
• Track projects through engineering, manufacturing, testing, shipping, and start-up
• Communicate status updates internally and with customers throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage scope changes, punch lists, warranty support, and project closeout analysis

You should have most of the following:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering
• 5+ years of project management experience in the food industry
• Background working with industrial equipment, machinery, or processing systems
• Experience with SAP, Microsoft Project, Excel, and related project tools
• Ability to read mechanical assembly, layout, and electrical drawings
• Strong vendor coordination, cost tracking, and customer communication skills
• Able to travel 10%-20%; bilingual is a plus

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