Junior Project Manager at OnQ Akron, OH

Junior Project Managers utilize manufacturing experience to assist with organizing and coordinating our clients’ jobs with the goal of flawless execution. This position will run basic projects independently and/or collaborate with other PMs on more complex projects. The role involves managing the project lifecycle from scheduling, bidding, purchasing, material receipt, and manufacturing functions. It also includes vendor management, purchase order cutting, invoice approval, and material receipt assurance.

• Assist in the coordination of internal resources and third parties towards the flawless execution of projects
• Document and transmit files required for manufacturing projects
• Attend meetings to confirm and document project objectives, execution, obstacles, store variables and other factors that will impact success
• Manage and assist others with the management of client expectations and ensure key timelines are met
• Manage and assist others with the procurement and tracking of production material orders
• Manage and assist others with monitoring and tracking progress through project schedules and Gantt charts
• Manage and assist others with changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
• Manage and assist others with measuring project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
• Identify, report and escalate project issues/risks to management as needed
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders (third parties/vendors)
• Manage and assist others with maintenance of project documentation
• Work with OnQ CA, OH and third-party warehouses to pack out jobs for shipping and distribution
• Coordinate with Finance to assist with purchase order cutting, processing and invoicing
• Manage the ordering and delivery of office supplies

• Minimum 1 year experience with the facilitation of business processes and projects in a manufacturing company (or equivalent training)
• Experience with purchasing custom materials
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and of project management tools

• College degree or equivalent work experience

• $50,000 - $65,000 per year

Seniority Level Entry Level

Industry Retail Displays

Employment Type Full-Time

Job Functions Project Management

Location Akron, OH