Project Manager, Operations Management

Location: Valley City

Job Title:

Project Manager (Mechanical)

Job Description

This role oversees complex engineering and manufacturing projects from initial client engagement through successful completion. The Project Manager coordinates cross-functional teams, develops and executes comprehensive project plans, and ensures projects meet scope, schedule, and budget objectives. The position requires strong leadership, excellent client-facing communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple high-profile projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

+ Collaborate closely with clients to gather detailed project requirements, clarify ordering briefs, and confirm specific needs for each project.

+ Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and deliverables, and share these plans with clients and internal staff.

+ Delegate project tasks effectively and work closely with Engineering and Production teams on a regular basis to ensure alignment and progress.

+ Track project performance and milestones, analyzing the successful completion of both short-term and long-term goals.

+ Monitor project budgets, meet financial objectives, and adjust project constraints based on ongoing financial analysis.

+ Use and continually develop leadership skills to guide project teams, resolve issues, and drive accountability.

+ Lead a weekly Critical Jobs follow-up meeting to review project status, identify risks, and implement corrective actions where needed.

+ Coordinate project engineering activities and ensure technical requirements are clearly communicated and executed.

+ Support process improvement initiatives and contribute to enhancing inventory control practices related to project execution.

+ Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, reports, and updates for internal stakeholders and clients.

+ Communicate proactively with high-profile customers, providing clear updates, managing expectations, and addressing concerns promptly.

Essential Skills

+ 5-10 years of experience in project management, preferably within a manufacturing or engineering-focused environment.

+ Proven experience in project coordination and project engineering activities.

+ Strong proficiency with Microsoft Project and other collaboration and time management tools.

+ Advanced time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

+ Strong analytical skills to interpret project performance data and financial metrics.

+ Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel for reporting, tracking, and analysis.

+ Familiarity with ERP systems; experience with Jobscope is a plus.

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Experience with process improvement and inventory control in a project setting.

+ Excellent client-facing communication skills, including the ability to manage high-profile customers professionally and confidently.

+ Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to guide cross-functional teams and drive projects to completion.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Engineering experience is a plus, particularly in environments that integrate engineering and manufacturing.

+ Experience as a Project Engineer or in engineering-related project roles is beneficial.

+ Solid Works experience is a plus and helpful for collaborating with engineering and design teams.

+ Background in manufacturing operations or industrial environments is advantageous.

+ Comfort with using various collaboration and time management tools beyond Microsoft Project.

+ Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with internal teams and external clients.

Work Environment

This position is fully onsite in Valley City within a manufacturing and engineering-focused environment. The Project Manager works closely with Engineering, Production, and other operational teams, using tools such as Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, and an ERP system (with Jobscope as a preferred platform). The role involves regular in-person meetings, including a weekly Critical Jobs follow-up session, and requires frequent interaction with high-profile customers.

The environment is fast-paced and deadline-driven, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, clear communication, and continuous process improvement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Valley City, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $48.00/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…