Lead Packaging Automation Projects

Viking Masek Packaging Technologies; Oostburg (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Onsite fitness center

Employee rewards & discounts

Job summary

Viking Masek Packaging Technologies is seeking a Project Manager to lead packaging automation projects from quote to completion. You will own scope, schedules, budgets, and customer communication while coordinating across Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Sales to deliver high-quality solutions.

You will guide projects through full lifecycle, manage risks, interpret mechanical/automation requirements, and ensure successful delivery with FAT/SAT oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience managing technical or capital equipment projects; packaging machinery preferred.
• Strong technical aptitude in mechanical systems, automation, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including negotiation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated project leadership and collaboration capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution from kickoff through delivery and commissioning with detailed plans.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Sales.
• Maintain scope, schedules, resources, milestones, and budgets; manage risks and changes.
• Serve as primary customer contact; translate needs into actionable requirements and updates.
• Oversee FAT and SAT; ensure design reviews and technical feasibility.
• Monitor performance against deadlines and budgets; resolve issues and drive results.
• Conduct post-project reviews to improve future execution.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Technical aptitude

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

PMP Certification

Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

Job description

Viking Masek Packaging Technologies is seeking a Project Manager to lead packaging automation projects from quote to completion. You will own scope, schedules, budgets, and customer communication while coordinating across Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Sales to deliver high-quality solutions.

You will guide projects through full lifecycle, manage risks, interpret mechanical/automation requirements, and ensure successful delivery with FAT/SAT oversight.