AppleOne

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Position Overview Our client, an American company specializing in coatings in a wide variety of industrial applications, materials and sectors, including automotive paints is seeking a Project Manager for a 12-month contract. The Project Manager is responsible for initiating, planning, executing, and controlling small to medium complexity projects related to new product development, cost reduction, and industrialization. This role requires strong cross-functional leadership, a manufacturing background, and a drive to deliver high-quality results in a dynamic, global environment. Core Responsibilities Manage small to medium complexity and risk-level projects from initiation through completion. Lead new product, process, and cost-reduction initiatives, ensuring achievement of quality, timing, and cost targets. Lead cross-functional project teams and interface with internal departments to maintain project alignment and timely execution. Partner with customers to ensure projects meet defined requirements and expectations. Ensure effective coordination, prioritization, and communication of project objectives and milestones. Drive execution excellence by utilizing standardized project management tools and adhering to internal processes and compliance standards. Additional Responsibilities Serve as an ambassador of project management across the global organization. Share project management knowledge, tools, and best practices with internal teams. Benchmark and promote continuous improvement of internal project management processes. Technical / Professional Skills Intermediate or advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) Education & Certifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial) required PMP certification or equivalent preferred Required Qualifications Strong manufacturing process background Minimum 3 years of experience leading initiatives or projects Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and interact at all organizational levels Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation development Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans The Know Your Rights poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf The pay transparency policy is available here: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team. AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program. https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.