Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Engineering Project Manager to lead and oversee various engineering projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in project management in the manufacturing environment. This position is also responsible for achieving short and long-term strategic goals to ensure growth of the department and organization.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following description of work to be performed by this individual is not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, it focuses on the major tasks that must be accomplished.
•Exhibit active servant leadership in order to model and support the company’s culture and vision
•Ensure that safety is always the number one priority at Alexandria Industries; promote and support a safe work environment and safety-oriented culture by following all safety programs and guidelines
•Continuously build relationships throughout the department and company in order to best serve and support co-workers and employees
•Communicate and coordinate with other technical resources to provide recommendations, lessons learned, methods for problem-solving, risk mitigation/avoidance, etc. to maximize contribution to multiple projects or programs
•Coach and mentor others in project management principles
New Product Development Project Management
•Develops project objectives by reviewing technical project proposals and plans and conferring with management and related teams. Ensures projects meet schedule commitments, cost (non-recurring and recurring) results, and technical expectations through effective project leadership
•Lead teams in the development of innovative solutions to complex manufacturing production systems, processes and equipment by conducting process analysis, applying knowledge of product design, conferring with suppliers, and receiving input from employees as appropriate
•Be a key stakeholder and leader in the Design for Manufacturability (DFM) process to bring new opportunities from concept to production
•Identify and prioritize major manufacturing process improvement projects and goals
•Assure that all requirements for safety, quality, operations, maintenance, etc. are met, allowing for a seamless handoff to operations.
•Improve manufacturing efficiencies by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout
•Prepare and review technical project work prepared by others (e.g. system schematics, layouts, transfer functions and related plans, procedures, and reports).
Capital Equipment Project Management
•Participate in annual capital budget planning and execution by providing strategic input.
•Act as a key stakeholder in the Machine Replacement Strategy (MRS) through interfacing with the corporate capital spending.
•Prepare and review technical project work prepared by others (e.g. system schematics, layouts, transfer functions and related plans, procedures, and reports).
•Act as a leader and facilitator for teams involved in improvement efforts
•Coordinate input from various teams in order to make recommendations and implement changes that impact multiple departments
•Lead teams through project risk analysis and solutions
•Partner with manufacturing and support teams on implementation on projects.
•Act as point of contact on technical and project-related matters. Identify mentoring and development needs; serve as a mentor for other employees.
•Prepare and present reports summarizing concepts, progress, goals, and risks to stakeholders.
•Participate in efforts to improve current process capability, efficiency, and productivity in all areas of manufacturing
•Assure that all requirements for safety, quality, operations, maintenance, etc. are met, allowing for a seamless handoff to operations.
OTHER JOB DUTIES: (Not considered essential to the job)
•Perform all other related assignments (including special projects) as required in a professional and cooperative manner.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Education:
•Formal degree in an engineering discipline required
•Project management certification (PMP) required (or able to be attained within six months)
2. Experience:
•5+ years project management experience working within a manufacturing environment preferred
•2+ years of engineering experience working in a manufacturing environment required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person