Project Manager

2 months ago

Appleton, United States CMD CORPORATION Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description


Collaborate for Excellence Make a Difference Drive Customer Success

Position: Project Manager

Reports to: Director of New Business Development

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Our Purpose: Making It Better Together… We believe in building lifelong partnerships, providing high performing equipment and value-added solutions. We empower and trust our employees to take initiative and make decisions that drive our business forward. We strive to make a positive impact on the world around us.

Position Summary: The Engineering Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the conceptualization, development, and execution of projects for the manufacture of capital equipment. The role involves collaborating with other management personnel, providing instructions and guidance to engineering and design teams, and ensuring successful project completion on time and within budget. The following are some key responsibilities.

Essential Functions

  1. Project Planning and Execution:
  • Work with stakeholders to develop detailed project plans, including project objectives, scope, milestones, deliverables, and resource allocation.
  • Use critical thinking to facilitate effective decision making, problem solving, and risk analysis within a cross-functional team.
  • Monitor progress and quality of work, identify risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.

  1. Budget and Cost Management:
  • Create and manage project budgets, tracking costs as they accrue to ensure projects are completed within budget.
  • Evaluate cost estimates, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships.
  • Implement cost-saving strategies without compromising quality.
  • Manage scope of work through a change control process to ensure the efficient execution of the project.

  1. Risk Assessment and Mitigation:
  • Identify potential risks and develop risk mitigation plans.
  • Regularly assess project risks and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Maintain a proactive approach to prevent or minimize disruptions.

  1. Stakeholder Communication:
  • Act as a liaison between engineering teams, upper management, and external stakeholders.
  • Provide regular updates on project status, milestones, and any deviations from the plan.
  • Foster a collaborative relationship with internal and external customers to address stakeholder concerns and maintain positive relationships.

  1. Resource Allocation and Team Management:
  • Support allocating resources effectively, considering skill sets, workload, and project priorities.
  • Resolve conflicts and motivate team members to achieve project goals.
  • Proactively address concerns with design, engineering, fabrication, and assembly to maintain progress.
  • Mentor designers and engineers to promote skill development.

  1. Quality Assurance:
  • Ensure adherence to engineering standards, best practices, and quality control processes.
  • Conduct regular inspections and audits to verify compliance.
  • Support and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

  1. Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain accurate project documentation, including technical specifications, design documents, calculations, test reports, and change logs. Utilize these records in support of patent, copyright, and trademark applications.
  • Generate progress reports, performance metrics, and lessons learned.
  • Forecast and report on project status and profitability at expected intervals.

  1. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Assist sales and manufacturing departments in technical matters when needed.
  • Maintain thorough knowledge of applicable industry standards, regulations, and laws regarding safety and standard design practices.
  • Support timely generation of cost estimates as needed.
  • Responsible for own safety. Practice safe work habits and ensure all safety rules are followed.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Competencies

Leadership and Communication:

  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide teams.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Experience presenting to executive leadership and stakeholders.
  • Promoter of positive culture and CMD values.

Technical Proficiency:

  • Familiarity with engineering principles.
  • Proficiency in MS Office 365, project management tools and software, and ERP systems.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:

  • Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
  • Creative problem-solving skills to address project challenges.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work environment: CMD operates a campus in Appleton, WI. Our three facilities operate by secure entry, are well lit, air temperature controlled for comfort, and clean with low noise. Safety is our top priority. Our culture is centered around mutual respect, clarity of communication, and employee wellbeing.

Physical Demands:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, reach, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and routine office equipment.
  • Physical movement is required to inspect, touch, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch or twist in the capital equipment manufacturing process.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work.
  • Regular, predictable attendance is required.

Status: Full-time, exempt.

Travel: Occasional travel may be required for a site visit.

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, project management, or related field.
  • Proven track record of successfully managing complex engineering projects (5+ years of Project Management experience, preferably in manufacturing of capital equipment).
  • A combination of education and experience equivalent to 10+ years in a similar role.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Six Sigma) are a plus.
  • Experience in converting, plastics, packaging, or similar desired.

Additional Requirements

Work Authorization/Security Clearance/Confidentiality: Must be authorized to work in the United States and adhere to CMD’s confidentiality agreement(s).

EEO statement: CMD Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, parental status, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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