Project Manager/PDP

Motor Coach Industries; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dynamic Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams in ensuring successful manufacturing processes. This role involves developing project plans, managing timelines and costs, and ensuring regulatory compliance. You will be at the forefront of project management, coordinating with engineering, production, and sales teams. With a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, this position offers a chance to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a team that values your contributions and offers comprehensive benefits from day one, along with ongoing training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Company paid Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Competitive wages

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of Project Management experience in manufacturing.
• Engineering or PMP designation or working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure project completion.
• Manage project timelines, costs, and risks effectively.
• Coordinate with various departments for project approvals.

Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Manufacturing Processes Understanding

Self-Motivation

Education

Engineering Degree or PMP Designation

80 hours of related training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

This position is a key role within MCI as the Project Manager is responsible for leading cross functional teams to ensure all processes of the MCI Manufacturing PDP after the BOM (Product Development Planning) Process are successfully completed with emphasis on factors of Time/Cost/ manufacturing Readiness, Quality and customers satisfaction.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

1. Develop Team Charter and Project Plan at the DC (Deliver Charter) Gate
2. Develop all project and product cost(s), project timelines and manage project risks incorporating the PDP Process.
3. Conduct daily and/or weekly meetings for the duration of the project to ensure efficient coordination between the project team members and departments incorporating the PDP Process
4. Ensure necessary approvals by Engineering, Product Planning, Production, and Sales process including the Advocate and the Owner are completed, and regulatory compliance has been notified of changes.
5. Ensure original project description, project and product costs and the timeline of the project are confirmed.
6. Report Project Status to Executive Leadership Team (ELT)
7. Prepare and coordinate IP (Investment Proposal) of the project as required.
8. Develop, verify and coordinate Pilot Build, SR Launch, Production readiness and Tooling Review PDP/CMP Gates and ensure costs of the product and tooling and ME committed are reviewed.
9. Manage Manufacturing projects from initial phase to completion by utilizing Project management concepts.
10. Generating risk registry and developing mitigation and recovery plan for Fort Garry and Pembina plant
11. Verify Audit Project at the PR (Performance Review) Gate
12. Travel required - 70% Fort Garry Plant, 30% Pembina, ND Plant
    
    

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

1. Engineering or PMP designation or working towards designation with minimum 80 hours of related training.
2. 1-3 years of Project Management experience with understanding of manufacturing related processes
3. Well-developed communication skills both oral and written.
4. Ability to travel to the United States
5. Demonstrated ability to effectively identify and resolve problems to ensure business requirements are met.
6. Energized. Self-motivated and challenged by multiple, simultaneous demands in a high-volume environment.
7. Proven ability to build strong working relationships in a team environment.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
   
   

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

1. Eligible for benefits on first day of employment:
1. Health, dental, and vision coverage
2. Dental plans - basic dental option with a $0 paycheck contribution available
3. Vision plan
4. Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, and Short Term Disability insurance
5. Employee Assistance Program
6. Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
2. Paid holidays
3. Paid time off
4. Competitive wages
5. Ongoing training and development through a variety of initiatives