Project Lead Kalamazoo, MI | Robert Half

Project Lead

We are looking for a Project Lead to support a manufacturing operation by coordinating the movement of production assets between the facility and external vendors. This long-term contract position is well suited for someone who can balance administrative tracking with regular communication on the manufacturing floor. The person in this role will help keep vendor rework activities organized, monitor schedules and returns, and work closely with internal teams to maintain visibility across the process.

100% onsite, M-F, 7am-4pm or 8am-5pm.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the weekly outbound and inbound flow of manufacturing assets sent to outside vendors for rework.

• Maintain accurate Excel-based tracking logs to monitor shipment status, vendor activity, and returned materials.

• Communicate regularly with vendors to confirm timelines, follow up on open items, and resolve delays that could affect operations.

• Partner with the manufacturing floor manager and other internal stakeholders to gather updates and ensure asset information remains current.

• Review shipment activity and documentation to confirm materials are properly prepared, dispatched, and received back into the facility.

• Provide day-to-day organization for the project by tracking milestones, escalating concerns, and helping keep priorities on schedule.

• Participate in training and apply established processes to support consistent execution throughout the assignment.