Certified Project Manager - Manufacturing Operations

Company: Behlen Mfg Co.
Location: Sarasota
Posted on: February 13, 2025

Job Description:

Job SummaryThe Certified Project Manager will be responsible for leading and managing complex, concurrent projects across multiple departments, including engineering, production, supply chain, sales, and service & repair teams. This role requires expertise in best practice project management methodologies (e.g., PMP Certification) to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget while aligning with business objectives. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, problem solver, and cross-functional leader who can drive efficiency and collaboration in a manufacturing environment.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Planning & ExecutionLead and manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives.Develop comprehensive project plans, defining scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource allocation.Utilize best practice project management methodologies (PMP) to drive execution and risk mitigation.Define and monitor KPIs for project performance, ensuring transparency and proactive issue resolution.Drive the adoption of digital project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Wrike, Jira, Smartsheet, or ERP-integrated systems).Cross-Functional CollaborationServe as the primary liaison between engineering, production, supply chain, sales, and service & repair teams to ensure seamless project execution.Facilitate regular cross-functional meetings to track progress, resolve challenges, and ensure clear communication of project priorities.Align manufacturing and engineering teams on new product introductions (NPI), process improvements, and equipment installations.Work with supply chain and procurement teams to coordinate material availability, supplier timelines, and inventory optimization.Partner with service and repair teams to ensure project planning accounts for long-term maintenance, serviceability, and customer support.Risk Management & Problem-SolvingIdentify, analyze, and proactively mitigate project risks to prevent delays, cost overruns, or operational inefficiencies.Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for project-related issues and implement corrective action plans.Develop contingency plans and agile adjustments to accommodate unexpected changes in production, supply chain, or customer demands.Process Improvement & Best PracticesDrive continuous improvement initiatives in project execution by integrating Lean, Six Sigma, and Agile methodologies.Standardize project workflows and documentation to improve efficiency, scalability, and knowledge transfer.Optimize project reporting structures to provide real-time visibility to senior leadership.Foster a culture of operational excellence, accountability, and innovation within the project management team.Financial & Resource ManagementDevelop and manage project budgets, ensuring cost control and financial accountability.Work with finance teams to forecast and track project expenditures, identifying opportunities for cost savings.Ensure optimal utilization of human and material resources, coordinating staffing needs and workload balancing.Qualifications & ExperiencePMP (Project Management Professional) Certification required; Agile, Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a complex project management environment. Solid experience in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field.5+ years of project management experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or production setting.Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across engineering, production, supply chain, and service teams.Experience implementing project management best practices in manufacturing (NPV, CAPEX, operational efficiency projects, etc.).Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and drive cross-functional alignment.Expertise in project scheduling, resource planning, and risk assessment.Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, digital project management tools (Wrike, Smartsheet, MS Project, Jira, etc.), and data analytics tools.Ability to analyze financial data to track project costs, ROI, and profitability.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience presenting to executive leadership.Work EnvironmentManufacturing plant & office setting, with regular interaction on the production floor.Limited travel may be required for supplier coordination, customer visits, or multi-site project execution.Why Join Us?Lead high-impact projects that shape the future of manufacturing, production efficiency, and service innovation.Work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.Be a key driver of operational excellence and process improvement in a leading manufacturing organization. Compensation details: 70000-85000 Yearly SalaryPIdc4b755c45aa-25660-36920665

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