Junior Manufacturing Project Manager

Winn-Marion Companies; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life

FSA/HSA Options

401(k) + matching

Profit sharing

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Winn-Marion Companies in Centennial, CO seeks a Junior Manufacturing Project Manager to lead switchboard projects from entry to closeout. You will own scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, and shop operations to ensure on-time, correct labeling and UL-compliant shipments.

Ideal candidates hold a B.S. in Electrical/Industrial Engineering or related field and have experience in electrical equipment manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience managing projects or operations in electrical equipment manufacturing or similar.
• Knowledge of UL 891 or UL 508A standards.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, schematics, BOMs.
• Experience managing schedules, budgets, and change orders.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems to manage BOMs and work orders.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional meetings and meet commitments.

Responsibilities

• Kick off projects after award, confirm scope and delivery requirements.
• Serve as primary customer contact with regular updates on submittals and ship dates.
• Manage submittals and approvals with Engineering, tracking revisions.
• Own schedules, budgets, and margins; flag overruns early.
• Handle scope changes with Sales and Engineering and obtain approvals.
• Close out projects with final docs, as-built drawings, and manuals.
• Build and maintain shop production schedule and material readiness.
• Coordinate weekly production meetings to resolve bottlenecks.
• Track shop performance including on-time delivery and labor efficiency.
• Oversee purchasing for long-lead components and material readiness.

Skills

Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Project management

UL 891/UL 508A knowledge

Reading electrical drawings

Scheduling & budgeting

ERP/MRP system

Microsoft Office / Excel

Cross-functional leadership

English communication

PM certification (PMP/CAPM) preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP system

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Junior Manufacturing Project Manager (Centennial, CO)

Pay: $66k-$80k annually DOE

Expiration Date of Job Posting: Continuous

Position Summary

The Junior Project Manager leads customer switchboard projects through Winn-Marion’s UL 891 shop, from order entry through submittals, procurement, fabrication, testing, shipment, and closeout. This role owns each project’s scope, schedule, and budget and is the customer’s main point of contact. The Junior Project Manager coordinates day-to-day shop operations, including production scheduling, material readiness, and UL compliance, so that every switchboard ships complete, correctly labeled, and on time. The position works closely with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, the shop floor, and Accounting.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience managing projects or operations in electrical equipment manufacturing, a panel shop, or a similar environment.
• Working knowledge of low-voltage switchboards, panelboards, or control panels, and of the UL 891 or UL 508A standards.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, schematics, and BOMs.
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, and change orders.
• Experience using an ERP or MRP system to manage BOMs, work orders, and purchase orders.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office and project scheduling tools.
• Ability to lead cross-functional meetings and hold internal teams and suppliers to their commitments.
• Strong customer-facing communication skills, written and verbal.
• Strong organization, with the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities at once.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Project management certification (PMP or CAPM) preferred.
• Experience hosting UL Follow-Up Services inspections preferred.
• Familiarity with circuit breakers and distribution equipment from major manufacturers preferred.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methods preferred.
• Experience serving oil and gas, utility, data center, or industrial customers preferred.

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead project kickoff after award, reviewing customer purchase orders, specifications, and quotes to confirm scope, ratings, and delivery requirements.
• Serve as the customer’s primary contact, giving regular updates on submittals, schedule, and ship dates.
• Manage the submittal and approval process with Engineering, tracking drawing revisions and customer approvals so that releases stay on schedule.
• Own project schedules, budgets, and margins; track actual costs against the estimate and flag overruns early.
• Manage scope changes by preparing and pricing change orders with Sales and Engineering and getting customer approval before work proceeds.
• Close out projects, including final documentation, as-built drawings, O&M manuals, and warranty handoff.
• Shop Operations and Scheduling
• Build and maintain the shop production schedule, sequencing jobs by ship date, priority, and material availability.
• Monitor shop capacity and labor hours, and work with the shop supervisor on staffing, overtime, and priorities.
• Make sure BOMs, drawings, and work orders are complete and materials are kitted before jobs are released to the floor.
• Lead weekly production meetings to review progress, clear bottlenecks, and align priorities across departments.
• Track and report shop performance, including on-time delivery, backlog, labor efficiency, and rework.
• Materials and Suppliers
• Work with Purchasing to order long-lead components such as breakers, enclosures, and bus materials so they arrive in time for the build.
• Expedite open purchase orders, confirm supplier ship dates, and develop recovery plans for late or short material.
• Coordinate with Receiving and Quality to resolve damaged or nonconforming material.
• Manage UL label inventory and make sure each switchboard is labeled and documented correctly.
• Coordinate final inspection and production testing with Quality, and track corrective actions to closure.
• Shipping and Invoicing
• Arrange freight, crating, and shipping documents for finished switchboards, and confirm delivery dates and site readiness with customers.
• Initiate progress and final invoicing at billing milestones, and verify invoices against purchase orders and change orders with Accounting.

Other Job Functions

• Promote a safe work environment and follow all company safety rules on the shop floor.
• Complete required training and keep certifications current.
• Identify and lead improvements to shop processes, scheduling, and project delivery.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Conditions

• Office-based, with daily time on the shop floor.
• Able to sit at a computer workstation for extended periods.
• Able to walk the shop floor and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Able to lift, push, pull, and move up to 60 pounds.
• Full-time position with regular, on-time attendance; hours may exceed 40 per week based on project and production needs.
• Occasional travel to customer sites, supplier facilities, or equipment start-ups may be required.

Winn-Marion offers eligible employees a generous benefits package, including the following:

• Paid Time Off (vacation days, rest days, sick days, holidays, birthday, and a floating holiday all amounting to a minimum of 27 days annually)
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• FSA and HSA Options
• Discounts offered via Perks at Work
• 401(k) + matching
• Profit sharing
• Employee Assistance Program

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of positions and whether the position is full-time, part-time, or temporary. Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing pre-employment requirements, including drug screen and criminal background check.

Equal Opportunity

Winn-Marion does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.