Beauty Packaging Project Manager - Launch & Cross-Functional Lead

Fareva; Morton Grove (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Fareva Morton Grove in Illinois is seeking a Project Manager to lead a portfolio of 5–10 moderate‑complexity projects annually across 2–4 customers, delivering on time, on cost, and on quality.

You will guide cross‑functional teams, manage scope, budgets and risks, and mentor junior staff while advancing R&D transfers and process improvements in the beauty and cosmetic packaging space.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of project management experience in manufacturing.
• Proven track record delivering on time, cost and quality.
• Exposure to packaging and personal care industries.
• Familiarity with stage-gate NPD processes.
• Experience with ERP systems like SAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead moderate‑complexity projects (5–10/year) across 2–4 customers.
• Define scope with stakeholders and manage budgets.
• Lead cross‑functional teams including R&D, Sales, SCM, and Operations.
• Monitor timelines, resources, and risks for on‑time delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement and knowledge transfer.
• Ensure quality and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Risk management

Process improvement

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Project

SmartSheet

Monday.com

Jira

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Fareva Morton Grove in Illinois is seeking a Project Manager to lead a portfolio of 5–10 moderate‑complexity projects annually across 2–4 customers, delivering on time, on cost, and on quality.

You will guide cross‑functional teams, manage scope, budgets and risks, and mentor junior staff while advancing R&D transfers and process improvements in the beauty and cosmetic packaging space.