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Project Manager – Plainwell, Michigan

DISHER is currently partnering with a leading global provider of modular units and systems for the manufacturing and processing of plastics. They are currently searching for a Project Manager who will be responsible for coordinating and directing customer projects for the company from inception to commissioning and customer acceptance.

This medium size, international company is the market leading supplier of units and systems for the plastic processing and manufacturing industries. Employees are given the freedom to make decisions and interface with customers. The work environment here is very relaxed, congenial and a place where dedicated professionals can flourish.

• Initiate, plan, and execute all activities of the project management cycle of customer projects.
• Employ sound project management practices in the successful completion of customer projects.
• Contract and coordinate the subcontractors necessary to complete customer projects.
• Ensure that the project moves forward in a timely, cost-effective manner, making changes and adjustments to the project scope as necessary.
• Plan and participate in meetings, discussion groups and other types of events as required to successfully complete capital projects.
• Serve as a key communication resource for project information to all project stakeholders and resolves problems or questions.
• While following the established project execution process, prepare proper and thorough project work documentation.
• Conduct final inspections of project installations and commissioning, as well as participating in project-close meetings.
• Conduct customer training.

• Bachelor's Degree in related program, 3+ years of Project Management experience.
• Knowledge of capital-equipment systems installation and familiarity with industrial automation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and or PLC background.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize correctly in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and achiever work mentality.
• Current and continuing right to work in the United States of America without sponsorship.