Manufacturing Project Manager

JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Project Manager/Scheduler

SUMMARY:

Are you a strategic planner with a knack for project management? Join our team as a Manufacturing Project Manager/Scheduler, where you will develop, communicate, and oversee the master production schedule for standard finished goods and manage custom product applications. You will ensure that the Production Foreman has a detailed plan to execute daily, weekly, and monthly production efficiently.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review open sales orders to determine customer requirements.
• Assess finished good inventory levels against established targets for stocked items.
• Develop, monitor, and communicate comprehensive daily, weekly, and monthly production requirements for each production area.
• Oversee the generation and distribution of manufacturing work order packages.
• Manage custom projects from initiation through production completion, collaborating with Sales, Engineering, and Procurement to meet customer requirements within committed schedules.
• Maintain knowledge of production capacity and develop solutions for efficient utilization.
• Advise the Plant Manager on near and intermediate-term labor requirements to support the production schedule.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Procurement to identify new or non-standard material requirements and expedite procurement.
• Synchronize all resources to define priorities and meet customer needs.
• Notify Sales of any schedule impacts affecting customers.
• Coordinate and expedite manufacturing work to ensure schedules are achieved.
• Participate in daily reviews to ensure the delivery schedule is on track.
• Develop and track metrics, generating monthly reports for key business performance indicators related to manufacturing process execution.
• Identify and resolve production problems, escalating issues as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 years of experience in Project Management/Scheduling.
• Demonstrated proficiency in effective teamwork and collaboration.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow efficiently.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of various teams.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to interact effectively with a diverse range of individuals at all organizational levels.
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
• Understanding of safety requirements and precautions.
• Physical capability to perform necessary labor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently required to stand, walk, and sit.
• Continually required to use hand and finger dexterity.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, or crawl.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Continuously utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and use a keyboard.
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather related).
• Frequent proximity to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasional work in high, precarious places.
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals.
• Frequent exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Frequent exposure to loud noise (e.g., metal can manufacturing, large earth-moving equipment).
• Occasional exposure to very loud noise (e.g., jackhammer work).

BENEFITS:

• Salary: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

SCHEDULE:

• Full-time, Monday to Friday

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE:

• Scheduling: 3-5 years (Required)
• Project Management: 3-5 years (Required)

WORK LOCATION:

• In person, Comfort, Texas