Vantage Plastics

Compensation

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This position will have some travel between Lake Orion and Bay City. Job Summary: The Project Manager must be able to manage multiple large complex projects & initiatives that require organizational coordination to achieve company metrics including on time, within budget, and customer satisfaction. Duties/Responsibilities • Developing project requirements. • Manage design development. • Developing project timeline. • Work with cost estimator to confirm estimates. • Manage project schedules. • Identify risks and communicate them. • Clearly communicate status updates to all stakeholders and customer. • Keep ERP and Project Management software up to date with current project status. • Works closely with engineering, scheduling & all other internal teams to usher projects through entire project life cycle (design to production). • Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities: • The ability to convey information clearly, listen actively, and foster open communication. • The ability to organize tasks, resources, and timelines is crucial for keeping projects on track and meeting deadlines. • Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks ensures that potential issues are addressed before they impact the project negatively. • Basic understanding of budgeting, financial tracking, and resource allocation. • Listen and understand customer’s requirements, needs, and issues to form a solution. • Able to work as part of a team. • Can work in a fast-paced environment. • Exhibits sound judgement and effective decision making. • Proactive, self-starter approach to working. • Understanding of project management tools. • Ability to travel as needed (est. 5-10% maximum) Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): • Project Launch Quality: Ability to work with the customer and internal stakeholders to deliver projects on time, on budget and in scope. • Risk Management: Ability to identify and manage potential project risks negotiate with team members, stakeholders, or vendors to ensure project success. • Customer Satisfaction: Feedback from internal stakeholders and customers on meeting expectations and building positive relationships. • Adaptability: Projects can be dynamic, and circumstances may change. Being able to adapt to new information and evolving situations is key. Education and Experience: • Bachelors in a Business (e.g. B.B.A) or Technical Degree (e.g. B.S.E) preferred. In lieu of a degree 4-8 years of experience in manufacturing-based project management may be considered. Supervisory Responsibilities: • None. Physical Requirements: • Must be able to work in noisy environments • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly This role is accountable for all aspects of department performance including safety & environmental, quality, reliability, production, and productivity.