The Manufacturing Equipment Project Manager executes manufacturing equipment replacements, upgrades, and standardization across all manufacturing facilities. Through project management, this position will coordinate project timelines, schedules, and resources, as well as ensure that safety guidelines are met and potential risks are eliminated.
Benefits
Generous Pay commensurate with experience and/or education
Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, accident, critical care, hospitalization, and short-term & long-term disability insurance
401K retirement program with employer match
Paid holidays, sick and vacation time
Employee purchase pricing on auto, power sport, and bicycle tires
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or relevant degree is required; or demonstrated relevant work experience
10 – 15 years of experience working with manufacturing equipment in a maintenance and/or engineering capacity is required
1-2 years of project management experience is highly preferred.
Demonstrated experience in developing scope of work (SOW) and organization.
Thorough understanding of equipment maintenance, engineering, and equipment operational functions
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work with cross-functional teams and garner buy-in from plant leadership and employees
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong mechanical skills
Project management abilities with regard to engineering
Essential Job Functions
Expected to negotiate and influence outcomes with cross-functional teams and plant leadership.
Leads efforts to standardize all manufacturing parts and equipment across all manufacturing facilities.
Assesses cost-effectiveness and feasibility of replacing/updating manufacturing parts and equipment.
Provide direction and oversight in planning, sourcing, and implementing replacement parts and/or equipment.
Review PM activities at each location and make adjustments necessary to maintain an acceptable uptime ratio on equipment.
Resolve issues and conflicts that arise during a project so that project goals and targets can be successfully achieved.
Assess technical requirements for equipment installation, including specifications, drawings, and technical documentation.
Provide technical guidance to the installation team and troubleshoot any technical issues that may arise during installation.
Support the execution of in-the-field activities, including, but not limited to, layout, rigging, electrical, and mechanical installation.
Coordinate with procurement teams, contractors, and key stakeholders to ensure the timely availability of equipment and materials required for installation.
Communicate project status to all levels of leadership.
Ensures equipment operational compliance with health and safety laws, regulations, and guidelines, including OSHA requirements.
Assemble and maintain complete project documentation.
Indirect oversight of Maintenance Managers at each facility to coach, mentor, and suggest training plans.
Performs other duties as assigned
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Wholesale
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