Sterling Heights, Michigan
Manufacturing Project Manager - Plant Operations Job Opening in Sterling Heights, Michigan - Project Manager
My client, a leader in clean air solutions for manufacturing and industrial sites, is an established and well-respected business headquartered in Sterling Heights, Michigan. Founded in 1989, their facility is modern and professional and the culture is outstanding. Team members work hard and are valued for their contributions. Passion and pride in quality service and products is evident in everyone throughout the company from the owners to those working the shop floor. They care about their employees as much as they care about their clients.
The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that all elements and tasks related to large projects run smoothly, on budget and on time. This includes about 20 - 30 projects in various stages. Strong communication skills for significant interaction with clients is a must as is the ability to handle stress and difficult conversations.
Are you someone who:
Is detail oriented and thrives in a fast paced environment?
Has prior plant experience and can navigate a plant floor?
Has hands-on project management experience in a manufacturing related field?
Is proactive about making sure time lines are kept?
Works collaboratively with team members?
Takes initiative while being adaptable to change?
Has strong problem solving skills with tenacious follow through?
Values team collaboration and a supportive work environment?
Here are your primary job responsibilities:
Ensure all tasks are completed for each project in a timely fashion based on Smartsheet tasks and due dates
Manage internal kick-off meeting ? schedule, take meeting notes, and log details in Salesforce CRM
Should have knowledge of environments and be able to efficiently manage 20 - 30 projects in various stages
Partner with sales/account manager in client hand-off call
Close interaction with client throughout the project ? establish timeline, setup weekly call with client, etc. - STRONG COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Internally coordinate with Project Scheduler for site visits and provide updates as necessary
Track progress daily, in detail
Ensure that client is always a priority and maintain zero customer complaints throughout the process
Respond to client requests and concerns within 12 hours or less
Desired skills and experience:
Minimum High School Diploma minimum or equivalent general education degree
Bachelor or Associate degree preferred with a focus on Project Management
Proven track record and experience in industrial or manufacturing project management
Experience handling multiple projects and strong client interface
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
Knowledge of relevant computer applications (office, ticketing software, CRM & ERP applications)
Knowledge of administrative procedures
Key competencies:
Takes initiative
Tolerance to stress
Strong ability to work collaboratively with the team
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills - adaptability
Excellent communication skills ? verbal and written
Good listening skills
Problem analysis and problem solving
Strong attention to detail
Tenacious follow through on details and work orders
This is a full time position with a salary range of 80K - 199K plus, based on experience. It also includes a full benefit package with paid time off and healthcare as well as eligibility for yearly bonus based on performance.
Please note: This search is being conducted by a search firm. All resumes are personally reviewed and evaluated for proper fit and experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $80,000.00 to $100,000.00 /year
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
project management in manufacturing: 2 years
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