Project Leader

What you’ll do:

The Project Leader is responsible for the successful execution of assigned capital projects and associated budget allocations. In this role, you will plan, direct, and execute business projects related to manufacturing methods, processes, facilities, systems, and equipment using comprehensive knowledge of existing capabilities and new technology. You will implement the manufacture of new products or product lines with the emphasis on integrating using the most efficient process and manufacturable design; in addition, you will Interface with manufacturing personnel to learn and improve existing processes. This role will be based at either the Waukesha, WI Badger Drive site or the Greenwood, SC PRD manufacturing site.

• Manage high-visibility, strategic capital projects, manage focused teams, run meetings, make regular update reports, execute major equipment purchase contracts, and replicate existing equipment.
• Ensure effective change management process is utilized including achievement of all MESH requirements.
• Develop training and operational documentation.
• Implementation of lean manufacturing methodologies.
• Support activities associated with large projects managed as an overall program through the ProLaunch process.
• Maintain metrics for project cost, quality, technical performance, and delivery.
• Coordinates all risks and requirements of the program into a complete integrated entity. This is accomplished by planning, controlling, integrating all projects into the programs, and measuring all elements to ensure the requirements and goals are successfully achieved.
• Contractor management while onsite at Eaton in adherence to Eaton’s MESH contractor safety requirements.
• Provides periodic project updates (Project Status Report 4-ups – Green/Yellow/Red) of current situation relating to contractual milestones and problem/high risk areas (e.g., technical, cost, and schedule). Provides updates to the business units.
• Some travel required to manage and execute projects across both PDRD and PRD manufacturing sites.
  

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering and/or Operations Leadership
• Company sponsorship not provided. Must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in following manufacturing processes desired: metal fabrication, welding, painting operations, assembly, facilities, and electrical testing
• Experience in leading capital expenditure projects from initiation to launch
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma processes and tools
• Experienced with Computer Aided Drafting and Design
• Excellent communication and presentation skills – both verbal and written with ability to make necessary status reports and technical presentations to Eaton management and customer