Project Manager, Operations Management, Project & Program Management

Project Manager-Norcross, GA

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Manager will manage and lead the execution of improvement projects for the growing Norcross Fiber Manufacturing Operation.

This is an on-site role. Successful candidate will manage complex, cross-functional manufacturing projects including execution, reporting, risk tracking, stakeholder coordination, and implementation activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

* Contribute to business case development, ROI analysis, budgets and supporting project documentation as needed.

* Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of initiatives of all sizes and complexities in alignment with the business strategy.

* Direct responsibility for ensuring projects are executed on time and within budget.

* Manage resources and engagement through RACI framework.

* Responsible for the overall project plan. Lead implementation planning, project tracking, and execution activities.

* Monitor plan adherence, milestones, risks, and action items to help ensure successful project delivery. Lead recovery initiatives

* Coordinate with cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders to maintain alignment across initiatives in manufacturing.

* Lead project status updates with senior leadership, utilizing dashboards, reporting materials, and meeting documentation.

* Help identify operational challenges, risks, and improvement opportunities through data analysis and stakeholder engagement; proficient at FMEA.

* Participate in change management and continuous improvement activities to support sustainable implementation

* Support site transformation managers and project teams with execution coordination and follow-up activities

* Facilitate meetings, workshops, and project discussions to support collaboration and issue resolution

* Build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders across operations, engineering, supply chain, and corporate functions

* Support multiple concurrent projects while maintaining organization and prioritization

QUALIFICATIONS

* Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA Preferred

* 5+ years as a project manager in operations, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, or related environments

* Project Management Professional (PMP) certification a plus.

* Experience applying Lean Six Sigma principles, process improvement methodologies, and operational excellence tools within manufacturing or industrial environments

* Experience in manufacturing environments related to telecommunication, fiber optic, and cable preferred

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools like Microsoft Project, Planview, etc., and approved AI tools

* Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

* Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs

* Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills

* Experience with project tracking, reporting, and implementation support

* Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment

* Ability to travel periodically as required for project success.

* Other duties as assigned.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

* Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills

* Maintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary information

* Strict adherence to Company safety policies and procedures

* Exhibit Lightera's Standards of Conduct

* Operate effectively within a collaborative, cross-functional environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT - On Location
- Norcross, GA

Employee is required to be on-site.