Project Manager, Quality Engineering, Operations Manager

Project Manager – Windings, Inc.

New Ulm, MN (onsite; options for Eden Prairie, MN).

Salary: $70,000 – $110,000 annual DOQ.

Windings Inc. is a 100% employee‑owned company and an ESOP since 1998. We deliver critical motors and components for aerospace, defense, automotive, and medical markets. As an Employee Owner, you will share in our success.

• Lead high‑complexity custom motor and generator projects across functions using structured program/project management techniques and a phase‑gate process to achieve quality, schedule/delivery, and cost targets.
• Act as liaison between global customers and manufacturing sites (Materials Control, Scheduling, Engineering, Quality, AP/AR, Sales, etc.) handling sales, engineering, tooling orders, account questions, complaints, returns, and general queries for assigned accounts.
• Translate complex or ambiguous customer requirements into actionable project plans.
• Provide guidance regarding project execution and customer requirements.
• Mitigate project risks based on manufacturing process knowledge and business acumen.

• B.S. Degree in an applicable field is preferred; experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
• Project Management Training required; PMP certification preferred.
• 5‑7 years of applicable experience in an engineered product environment (Aerospace, Defense, Automotive, Medical Device, O&G, or other technology field).
• Proven track record of delivering project milestones related to cost, timeline, and quality.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required; ability to engage customers at all levels.
• Excellent organizational, decision‑making, and self‑motivation skills required.
• Working knowledge of English (verbal and written) required.
• Experience with project management software tools preferred (MS Project, Asana, , etc.).
• Strong financial acumen to influence short‑ and long‑term financial decisions of key projects, including capital expenditures.
• Ability to document processes, validation, qualifications, protocols, reports, and test methods.
• Understanding of continuous improvement principles;
  Six Sigma or other problem‑solving tools preferred.
• Experience with risk identification, mitigation, and management related to project success required.

• An awesome employee‑ownership culture.
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, disability, life and more).
• Paid time off.
• 401k match and ESOP contributions.
• Flexible work environment.
• Education reimbursement.

This position is eligible to participate in a performance‑based bonus program based on company performance goals. Bonus payouts are not guaranteed and are determined at the company's discretion.

Standard physical demands as described in the job description; reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.

Standard work environment characteristics as described in the job description; reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.

Due to ITAR/EAR regulations, successful applicants must verify identity and status as a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or other approved status; additional steps may be required.

Windings is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.