Carbon Project Leader: Drive Manufacturing Innovation

Parker Hannifin; Danville (KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Aerospace in Kentucky, Danville, seeks a Carbon Project Leader/Engineer to lead facility expansion, growth and optimization within carbon processing operations. The role requires managing scope, budget, and schedule while directing internal/external resources to deliver program objectives.

You will drive governance, build a solid business case, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and on-time completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Manufacturing Technology, Engineering, Management or related field is required. Professional certification/training in project management is highly desired.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Engineering, project management and robust experience in the execution of engineering projects analyzing, planning, budgeting, organizing and directing.
• Good working knowledge of carbon processing and manufacturing methodology is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines; using collaborative interpersonal skills to drive tasks to completion.
• Understanding of financial, product development, operational functions and key business drivers.
• Engineering professional (mechanical, technical, electrical, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience working and managing teams in a multi-disciplined matrix environment required
• Experience or background in carbon or graphite manufacturing
• Able to deal with and succeed in the face of ambiguity; engages and inspires diverse teams likewise
• Strong project management skills for successful program delivery required
• Strong organizational skills and effective problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills with the expertise to develop and articulate clear and detailed plans
• Ability to create and deliver presentations to management
• Demonstrated capability to manage multiple activities and programs in geographically diverse theaters; works well under pressure
• Self-motivated with problem solving and decision-making skills
• Strong PC skills required; experience with MS Project and SAP preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead teams of direct/indirect reports, contractors, engineering firms/consultants along with integrated site project teams.
• Supports Carbon leadership in long-term capacity/Capex planning.
• Forecasts and tracks Carbon CapEx spend.
• Works within the defined project charter plan including budget, schedule and resource constraints.
• Establishes and executes the transformational governance process and agenda; drives the process in accordance with Parker-Meggitt’s governance process.
• Responsible for delivering a defined scope of work to agreed cost and timeframe; drives the business case that underpins the investment.
• Provides leadership to the assigned resources to achieve program objectives.
• Manages communication primarily at an operational level concerning operational details (cost, schedule, quality).
• Coordinates and leads gate reviews.Responsible for assuring Company facilities and processes are in compliance with all EPA, PUWER, OSHA and other applicable governmental regulations concerning environmental, health and safety issues.
• Identifies and manages program risks and issues, escalating to the Project Sponsor wherever necessary.
• Reports project performance (milestones and budget adherence).
• Interfaces with functional managers
• Application of Parker Lean Systems (PLS) in the performance of the project teams.
• Support cross-functional improvement activities across all global carbon value streams as needed
• Provide effective communications within Braking Systems and with other organizations to provide an atmosphere of cooperation
• Travel up to 15% of the year may be required to support efforts at other carbon sites.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

MS Project

SAP

Budgeting

Leadership

Presentation skills

Carbon processing

Education

Bachelor degree in Manufacturing Technology, Engineering, Management or related field

Tools

MS Project

SAP

Job description

Parker Aerospace in Kentucky, Danville, seeks a Carbon Project Leader/Engineer to lead facility expansion, growth and optimization within carbon processing operations. The role requires managing scope, budget, and schedule while directing internal/external resources to deliver program objectives.

You will drive governance, build a solid business case, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and on-time completion.