Project Manager, Operations Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer

Title: Project Manager

Company: Global Power Components

Location: Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5‑days/week)

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Global Power Components is a privately held, growing manufacturer of UL heavy‑gauge steel fuel tanks, trailers, generator enclosures, and modular metal enclosures that house fully equipped electrical distribution and control systems. The company specializes in complex weldments, fabricated metal buildings, and large custom power equipment assemblies serving critical infrastructure and industrial markets.

Global Power Components is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Project Manager to support the execution of custom engineer‑to‑order (ETO) manufacturing projects. This role is ideal for junior to mid‑level project management professionals with 2–7 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, industrial, or construction‑related environments. The Project Manager will play a hands‑on role coordinating schedules, tracking production flow, monitoring materials, and collaborating across departments to ensure projects remain on schedule and aligned with customer requirements.

This position is heavily focused on managing processes, priorities, and communication in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

• Manage multiple custom manufacturing projects simultaneously through daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules.
• Support project execution from engineering review through production and shipment.
• Track project milestones, timelines, and deliverables to ensure customer commitments are met.
• Assist in identifying and resolving production bottlenecks and workflow disruptions.
• Monitor long‑lead materials and critical components that may impact delivery schedules.

• Build, update, and maintain project schedules using Smartsheet and related tracking tools.
• Adjust schedules and priorities based on production demands, engineering changes, and supply chain updates.
• Coordinate workflow between engineering, purchasing, production, shipping, and sales teams.
• Provide project status updates and help maintain visibility across departments.

• Review engineering drawings, BOMs, and project documentation ahead of production release.
• Follow up on incoming materials, inventory, and custom components required for upcoming projects.
• Conduct occasional hands‑on inspections of project components to verify readiness and accuracy.
• Help ensure projects are prepared and organized before entering production.

• Participate in daily production meetings, scheduling reviews, and team huddles.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams regarding project changes, risks, and schedule impacts.
• Work closely with operations and engineering teams to maintain smooth project flow and execution.

• 2–7 years of experience in project management, manufacturing coordination, engineering support, construction management, or related fields.
• Experience working in manufacturing, industrial, fabrication, construction, or engineer‑to‑order environments.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and follow‑through in fast‑paced environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Smartsheet or similar project management software.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

• Experience with Smartsheet scheduling, dashboards, formulas, or workflow management.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings or manufacturing documentation.
• Exposure to custom manufacturing, metal fabrication, industrial equipment, or power systems industries.
• Project Management certification (CAPM, PMP, or similar).
• Construction management or operations coordination experience.

Smartsheet, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook

• 1st Month – Spend time on shop floor, gain first‑hand knowledge of assembly/build process and final product. Work with estimators and PMs for 4+ weeks to understand pricing model.…