Project Manager

The Position

This position is a member of the Operations Department.  The Project Manager will report directly to the VP of Operations.  This position will be responsible for being the primary point of communication interface between internal and external customers for respective projects.

Job Description       

We are seeking a highly organized and results-driven Project Manager to oversee and manage manufacturing projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have experience in project management and engineering within a manufacturing environment and proficiency in project management tools to ensure the efficient execution of projects.  Candidate will lead project teams, develop project plans, manage timelines, and ensure successful delivery within scope and budget.  

Primary Responsibilities 

• • Cross-Department Coordination: Establish regular and efficient communication channels between engineering, design, manufacturing, sales, and quality assurance teams to ensure seamless project execution and prompt resolution of any interdepartmental issues.
  • Clear Definition of Project Scope: Develop and maintain a comprehensive project scope document that outlines customer contract requirements, project deliverables, timelines, and success criteria for multiple projects, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned and informed throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Quality Assurance: Ensure Bartell is maintaining the required quality control processes and inspections to ensure that all capital equipment engineered and manufactured meets or exceeds customer specifications and industry standards.  
  • Budget Management: Closely monitor project expenses and resource allocation to ensure that all projects are completed within the allocated budget, identifying and mitigating cost overruns and financial risks promptly. Report monthly project updates to the entire Extended Leadership Team.
  • On-Time Delivery: Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, regularly tracking progress against milestones and adjusting plans as necessary to ensure that all customer orders are delivered on or ahead of the agreed-upon deadlines.
  • Customer Satisfaction: Assist Sales in fostering relationships with customers by providing regular updates on project status, addressing any concerns or feedback promptly, and ensuring that the final deliverables meet or exceed their expectations.
  • Post Project Reviews: Schedule project reviews with the team as needed to identify opportunities for improvement for future projects.  
  • Project Management Structure: Advance Project Management tools to readily track and report project status to include cost trends, timeline completion, task ownership, contractual risks, contract deliverables, customer requirements, and any other variable deemed important in the execution of our capital sales projects.  

Job Requirements    

Education

• Candidate should have a bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of applicable experience within the capital equipment, industrial automation, project coordination and training or comparable industry.
• Technical/Engineering experience (GD&T principles and FEA application in machine design/testing) highly preferred.
• Strong manufacturing experience in direct customer relations with ability to lead and motivate cross functional teams 
• Possess strong technical and analytical background including project management tools (Microsoft Dynamics 365, Monday.com and Power BI to track project status, risks and milestones).
• Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, propose solutions and execute corrective actions efficiently 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Skills & Relevant Work Experience

• Experience with 3D CAD software (E.G., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and product life cycle management (PLM) systems preferred
• Proactive decision analysis capabilities; takes into consideration size, complexity, visible and unknown risks, timelines, etc.
• Ability to manage projects that may cross over to other locations.
• Preparation and communication of project status meetings and escalation of critical issues.
• Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (ISO 9001).
• Maintains working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others performed in a safe manner.

Travel Requirements: Up to 10%

Supervisory Responsibility:

 This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Work Environment & Culture: 

The work environment (physical requirements) is described below, and the company culture is dedicated to fostering a very strong environmental health and safety program. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 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.
• Work is performed both in the office and manufacturing area. While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is required to walk, stand, reach, and sit for up to 8 hours a day.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance.

Compensation Range:  $80K - $100K 

EOE M/F/D/V