Lead, Custom Machinery & Automation Projects

Connect-Force

Wixom (MI)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Connect-Force, a growing industrial equipment manufacturer, is seeking a Technical Project Manager to drive custom machinery projects from concept through delivery. You will collaborate with engineers, machine builders, and customers on site to convert requirements into executable plans.

This role emphasizes hands-on manufacturing involvement, cost and schedule control, and cross‑functional leadership. You’ll own multiple projects, resolve technical challenges, and ensure quality, safety, and

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of project management experience, preferably involving custom machinery.
Strong understanding of mechanical engineering and manufacturing processes.
Experience coordinating cross-functional teams involving engineering, manufacturing, procurement, assembly, and quality.
Ability to read engineering drawings, technical documentation, and equipment specifications.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Responsibilities

Lead custom machinery projects from kickoff through delivery and final acceptance.
Develop project schedules, budgets, milestones, and deliverables.
Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, procurement, assembly, and quality teams.
Monitor progress, identify bottlenecks, and resolve technical challenges affecting schedules.
Communicate project updates to customers and internal teams.
Maintain project documentation, changes, and progress reports.