Project Manager, Operations Manager

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a growing industrial automation and controls company supporting major manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, food, and chemical industries. This is a high-impact role supporting a large pharmaceutical client during a major expansion phase.

This opportunity offers strong visibility, long-term stability, and the chance to work directly with industry-leading operations and engineering teams in a fast-paced, highly automated environment.

• Hybrid flexibility after training/ramp-up
• Exposure to major industry-leading pharmaceutical operations
• Paid straight-time overtime over 40 hours worked
• Typical OT ranges from 0–10 hours weekly, with potential for more during peak project periods
• Ability to bank up to 40 OT hours toward PTO
• Strong work-life balance and autonomy
• Full benefits with no monthly employee premium costs
• 401(k) match, paid holidays, mental health days, and paid external training

• Managing multiple automation and controls projects simultaneously
• Leading project planning, timelines, budgets, and execution
• Acting as the primary customer-facing contact for a major pharmaceutical client
• Managing and directing on-site engineering resources
• Providing reporting, risk analysis, and project updates to leadership and customers
• Supporting automation-focused manufacturing environments involving PLCs, HMIs, robotics, sensors, and industrial systems

• 4+ years of project management experience in industrial or manufacturing environments
• Experience with in FDA-regulated industries preferred (pharmaceutical, food/beverage, or chemical)
• Engineering or technical background strongly preferred
• Familiarity with automation systems, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, robotics, or related controls technologies
• Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate effectively with customers and leadership
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

• PMP certification
• Experience with SCADA/HMI systems or PLC/PAC integration
• ERP software experience (Deltek preferred)
• Familiarity with Autodesk or UL508A standards

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a visible leadership role with a stable, growing company that values flexibility, autonomy, and long-term employee success