Project Manager

Complete Talent Services Ltd; Walkden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent staffing agency in the North West is looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee projects in the manufacturing sector. The role requires a proven track record in project management, facilitating communication between departments to ensure timely delivery. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and familiarity with SAP is a plus. This is an ongoing position with an immediate start, offering a chance to manage all aspects of the projects effectively.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in project management within manufacturing engineering.
• Ability to manage multiple departments to ensure timely project completion.
• Working knowledge of SAP is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead kick off meetings with involved teams.
• Ensure project requirements are communicated to the factory.
• Develop manufacturing milestone execution plans and inspection test plans.
• Coordinate actions related to the project with various departments.
• Monitor project progress and execute adjustments as required.

Skills

Project management experience

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of SAP

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading manufacturer in North West Manchester, is looking to recruit an experienced Project Manager to join the business on an ongoing contract basis to cover long term sickness. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in Project Management, with the ability to take projects from kick off through to delivery. Candidates will be required to manage all aspects of the projects, engaging with Purchasing / Planning / Manufacturing and Shipping.

Candidates will have experience working within a Manufacturing Engineering / Assembly based environment. Experience with Valves / Pumps / Gearboxes / Oil and Gas Manufacturing would be advantageous. Experience working with SAP would also be highly advantageous.

Hours - Monday - Friday 8AM - 4PM

This role is available for an immediate start.

Responsibilities

• Review the order, organize and lead a kick off meeting (KOM) with all involved people (PM, customer, Sales and / or Operations) before or immediately after the order is placed to the factory.
• Make sure the project requirements are communicated and properly understood by the factory.
• Develops manufacturing milestone execution plan and inspection test plan (ITP) with help of corresponding dept (planning and QA / QC).
• Coordinate all the factory actions related to the given project.
• Liaise with Material Requirement Planners, Quality and Logistics teams to keep the project on-time.
• Monitor project progress and execution to meet the promised date. If needed, expedites the different functions at the appropriate level.
• Evaluate and implement the changes, as required by change order process.
• Provide regular and timely progress reports to the Project Manager / Customer / Sales and highlight any deviation.
• Prepare the inspection and shipping schedules, ensuring the project is shipped on time.
• Work closely with Documentation Controller to ensure timely approval of project relevant documents.
• Lead pre-inspection meeting (PIM) and notify / coordinate the Project Inspections.
• Manage the customer / their representatives factor visits at factory.
• At the time of project closing, summarize all learning points, make suggestions and support continuous improvement programs. Share any project lesson learning points with internal team.
• Participate in the development of internal systems and procedures and look for continuous improvement opportunities.
• Performs other given tasks when required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Demonstrable experience in project management within manufacturing engineering
• Ability to bring multiple departments together to ensure OTD of project
• Excellent communication skills
• Working knowledge of SAP – advantageous
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Strong leadership skills

This vacancy is being advertised by Complete Talent Services Ltd who are acting as an Employment Business