Address
Form of workPosition Summary:
The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating various projects and initiatives within our business to optimize product launch and/or production processes, improve efficiency, and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality products. This role is crucial in driving the plant's success and maintaining a competitive edge in the industry.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Project Management:
- Plan, execute, and close projects related to manufacturing operations, including process improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and new product introductions.
- Develop project scopes, objectives, and timelines, ensuring alignment with the plant's strategic goals.
- Cross-functional Collaboration:
- Collaborate with various departments, including production, engineering, quality control, and procurement, to ensure seamless project execution.
- Foster effective communication and cooperation among team members to achieve project goals.
- Resource Allocation:
- Allocate and manage resources, including personnel, budget, and equipment, to ensure the successful execution of projects.
- Monitor and control project budgets to ensure cost-effectiveness.
- Risk Management:
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions.
- Proactively address any issues that may impact project timelines and deliverables.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Evaluate manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for optimization and efficiency gains.
- Implement best practices and drive a culture of continuous improvement within the plant.
- Reporting and Documentation:
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and post-project evaluations.
- Prepare regular progress reports for senior management and stakeholders.
- Compliance and Quality Assurance:
- Ensure that all projects comply with industry regulations, safety standards, and quality requirements.
- Collaborate with quality control teams to maintain product quality.
- Team Leadership:
- Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to project teams, promoting a high-performance work environment.
- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and teamwork.
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
- Proven experience as a Project Manager (and/or Account Management) in a manufacturing environment, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
- Automation or Material Handling Industry, OEM and/or major account experience is preferred. Industrial Automation and/or warehouse solutions experience is a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and technical specifications.
- Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is desirable.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and quality control principles.
- Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
- Proficiency in project management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and data analysis tools.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality standards.
- Travel to customer, supplier, and CVG locations - up to 20% annually.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Visa Sponsorship
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors
Please note that Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to CVG will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before any resume or offer is received.
Career Scam Disclaimer
Commercial Vehicle Group (CVG) makes no representations or guarantees regarding employment opportunities listed on any third-party website. To protect against career scams, job applicants should take the necessary precautions when interviewing for and accepting employment positions allegedly offered by CVG. Applicants should never provide their national ID numbers, birth dates, credit card numbers, bank account information or other private information when communicating with prospective employers or responding to employment opportunities online. Job applicants are invited to contact CVG through CVG’s website to verify the authenticity of any employment opportunities.
Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
