Project Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists

Job Title:

Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Project Manager with a technical experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and presentation skills, coupled with the ability to plan, direct, control, and coordinate multiple global activities simultaneously. A thorough knowledge of project planning and management procedures, lean practices, risk management, and effective engineering techniques is required.

Additionally, a strong foundation in engineering, project planning, machine construction, communications, and basic qualitative/quantitative evaluation is preferred. The successful candidate will enjoy creating relationships with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

* Plan, direct, control, and coordinate multiple global activities simultaneously.

* Utilize thorough knowledge of project planning and management procedures.

* Implement lean practices and risk management strategies effectively.

* Apply effective engineering techniques in project planning.

* Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external customers.

Essential Skills

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.

* Understanding of complex mechanical systems and PLC driven machine automation.

* Strong foundation in project planning and analysis, risk evaluation and mitigation.

* Proficient in Microsoft Project and Microsoft suite.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Experience in project management, engineering, and project coordination.

* Knowledge in lean manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, and machine design.

* Familiarity with automated machinery and six sigma methodologies.

* Estimated travel requirement is 5-20% or as needed.

Work Environment

This position involves working in a dynamic environment with responsibilities for coordinating global activities. The role requires proficiency in using Microsoft Project and the Microsoft suite. There is an expectation for some travel, estimated at 5-20% or as required. The work environment encourages building strong relationships with both internal and external customers.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Canton, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $50.48/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in North Canton,OH.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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