Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Position Overview

Tarter is seeking a dedicated and experienced Engineering / Manufacturing Project Manager to lead and oversee key projects across the company. This individual will be responsible for managing project timelines, resources, budgets, and cross‑functional collaboration to ensure successful project completion. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, strategic thinking, and experience managing complex projects within a manufacturing environment. This position requires excellent communication skills, a commitment to high standards, and the ability to influence project outcomes positively across various teams.

(This is not an IT Project Manager role.)

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with department heads and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining timelines, milestones, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Establish clear project objectives and align them with Tarter’s strategic goals and priorities.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to ensure the project can be executed successfully within scope, budget, and timeline.

• Lead cross‑functional teams to deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Oversee day‑to‑day management of project tasks, ensuring project milestones are met, and potential risks are mitigated.
• Act as the central point of contact for all project‑related communications and ensure all stakeholders are informed and updated.
• Manage resource allocation, ensuring that team members are appropriately assigned tasks and resources are utilized efficiently.
• Work closely with internal departments (Engineering, HR, Marketing, Finance) to ensure all aspects of the project are on track and meet quality standards.

• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring that costs are controlled and within agreed parameters.
• Track and report on project expenses, highlighting any variances from the approved budget.
• Ensure that the required resources (personnel, equipment, materials) are available to meet project timelines and goals.

• Proactively identify potential project risks and develop mitigation plans to address those risks.
• Resolve project issues and challenges promptly by making effective decisions and involving relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain flexibility in project management approaches and adjust plans as necessary to ensure successful project completion.

• Ensure that all projects comply with Tarter’s operational standards, as well as industry regulations, including ISO 9001 (where applicable).
• Maintain and enforce rigorous quality assurance protocols throughout the life cycle of each project.
• Conduct project reviews and post‑mortems to evaluate success and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Regularly communicate project status updates, deliverables, and challenges to senior leadership and other key stakeholders.
• Engage with external vendors, contractors, or other third‑party partners, as needed, to facilitate project success.
• Lead project meetings, ensuring a collaborative, solution‑focused environment.

• Ensure all project objectives are completed, and project results are documented for internal and external audits.
• Facilitate project close‑out activities, including final project reviews, evaluations, and lessons learned sessions.
• Archive project documentation for future reference and knowledge sharing.

• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Effective interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills required.
• This position performs job duties in an ethical and professional manner.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities the ability to perform the essential functions.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Experience:
  
  Minim…