Sr. Project Manager

24 hours ago


Carol Stream, United States Serac Full time

Join the leader in the design and manufacture of liquid filling and capping machines Since 1969, Serac has led the dairy, home and personal care, food products, and beverage industries with our expertise and innovation in packaging machines.


We are currently seeking an experienced Sr. Project Manager for our Carol Stream, IL facility to oversee the entire life cycle of new machine orders, from the pre-sales stage through to a signed Site Acceptance Test (SAT), ensuring successful project outcomes. Will act as the primary customer liaison once the order is placed, and coordinate with internal engineering, operations, and procurement teams to guide the project’s progress and maintain clear communication throughout.


LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY

Responsibilities

  • Lead projects from kickoff to Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), ensuring on-time delivery of fully compliant machines that meet customer expectations.
  • Act as the primary liaison for all stakeholders—customers, engineering, operations, and purchasing—managing technical, financial, and logistical communications effectively.
  • Represent the company at customer sites, advocating for customer needs while aligning with company objectives.
  • Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, overseeing deadlines, costs, contract amendments, and key milestones.
  • Secure and coordinate critical customer inputs, including technical data, drawings, payments, and additional orders, to meet project requirements.
  • Ensure clear, timely, and effective communication between customers and internal teams to maintain alignment and address challenges proactively.
  • Oversee supplier relationships, from drafting technical specifications and purchase requisitions to resolving inquiries and ensuring timely deliveries.
  • Travel to customer sites as needed to resolve issues and maintain project progress.
  • Mentor junior team members, providing guidance and solutions for complex machinery-related challenges.
  • Design machine layouts that comply with customer requirements, company standards, OSHA regulations, and initial sales agreements.


Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Fluency with Windows Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Strong experience with PLM software.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong background in cross-functional teamwork and collaborative decision-making.
  • Excellent understanding of plant lay-out, technical drawings, and specifications.
  • Excellent understanding of 2D and 3D CAD systems.
  • French or Spanish language skills will be an advantage.


Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical or manufacturing engineering or related field with 8+ years of experience OR
  • Associate degree with 10+ years of experience OR
  • 12+ years of experience


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