Engineering Project Manager

Olea Kiosks; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Health Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Supportive Team Environment

Opportunities to Grow

Great Culture

Job summary

Olea Kiosks, a premier designer and manufacturer of self-service kiosks, seeks an Engineering Project Manager to lead cross‑functional engineering initiatives from concept to completion, coordinating with design, manufacturing, and quality teams, and engaging with customers to keep projects on time, within budget, and to Olea’s high quality standards.

This on‑site role at our Cerritos, CA headquarters offers a collaborative, family‑owned culture, growth opportunities, and competitive

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience, ideally in manufacturing.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred, but not required.
• Familiarity with PM tools, ERP systems (e.g., ABAS or similar), and PDM systems.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to explain technical details to non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project).
• Experience with sheet metal manufacturing is a plus.
• Team player who thrives in collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex projects from scope through delivery, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and reports for stakeholders.
• Coordinate with design, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to drive success.
• Identify and mitigate risks; escalate issues proactively.
• Engage with customers, provide regular updates, and manage evolving scopes.
• Champion project management best practices, tools, and standards.

Skills

PM experience

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team player

Education

Bachelors in Engineering preferred

Tools

ERP systems

PDM systems

MS Office

PM tools

Job description

Join Olea Kiosks - Shaping the Future of Self-Service Technology

About The Company

Olea Kiosks is a premier designer and manufacturer of cutting‑edge self-service kiosks. From ticketing to hospitality to retail, we build solutions that shape how people interact with technology every day. For over 50 years, we've been committed to quality, innovation, and fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace.

About The Role

We're seeking a driven Engineering Project Manager to oversee exciting projects from concept to completion. You'll lead multiple engineering initiatives, coordinate across departments, engage directly with customers, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to Olea's high quality standards.

What You'll Do

• Manage complex projects from scope definition through delivery, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality benchmarks are met.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and reports, communicating clearly with stakeholders and leadership.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams - including design, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality - to drive project success.
• Identify and mitigate risks, escalating issues proactively.
• Engage with customers, provide regular updates, and manage evolving project scopes.
• Champion project management best practices, tools, and standards

Why You'll Love Working at Olea

We're a family-owned company that's been designing and manufacturing innovative kiosks for over 50 years. Here, you're not just another number you're part of a close-knit team that values integrity, craftsmanship, and doing the right thing.

We offer:

• A supportive, fun work environment where people genuinely care about each other.
• Opportunities to grow and develop your skills.
• The chance to work for an industry leader where your work makes a real impact.

Compensation & Schedule

• Full-time, exempt position
• Starting rate $110k per year
• On-site role at our Cerritos, California headquarters
• Typical hours are Monday-Friday, between 6:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m

Requirements

• 5+ years of project management experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred, but not required
• Familiarity with project management tools, ERP systems (e.g., ABAS or similar), and PDM systems.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical details to non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project).
• Experience with sheet metal manufacturing is a plus.
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment

Benefits

At Olea Kiosks, we believe that taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our customers. When you join us, here's what you can look forward to:

• Competitive Pay - Starting at $110k/year.
• Health Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you (and your family) healthy and happy.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Start planning for your future with our company-sponsored 401(k) program.
• Paid Time Off - Vacation days, sick time, and holidays to help you recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
• Supportive Team Environment - We're a family-owned company, and genuinely care about our employees and their families.
• Opportunities to Grow - We love seeing our team members learn new skills, take on new challenges, and advance their careers.
• Great Culture - We take our work seriously, but not ourselves. Expect lots of collaboration, plenty of laughs, and zero stuffy corporate nonsense