Machinery Project Manager: Delivery, Risk & Stakeholder Leader

Pearson Packaging Systems, Inc.; Spokane, Northern (WA, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson Packaging Systems, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex machinery and aftermarket projects, ensuring on-time delivery within scope and budget.

You will coordinate engineering, assembly, supply chain, and sales teams; travel up to 20% to customer sites; develop risk registers and proactive mitigation.

The role emphasizes customer-focused communications, milestone reviews, and comprehensive project documentation to capture lessons learned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent in business, operations, or a technical field.
• 2+ years in manufacturing or similar hands-on production environment.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute projects with defined scope, budget and schedule.
• Outline objectives and requirements with customers and refine scope of work.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Assembly, Supply Chain, and Sales/Service.
• Travel up to 20% to customer sites for complex scoping and installation.
• Develop risk registers and mitigation plans; manage scope changes and reports to leadership.
• Prepare status reports highlighting progress, risks, and issues for management.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation and post-mortems.

Skills

Leadership & Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Technical Knowledge

Client Relationship Management

Education

BA in Business, Operations, or technical field

8+ years experience substituted for degree

Job description

Pearson Packaging Systems, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex machinery and aftermarket projects, ensuring on-time delivery within scope and budget.

You will coordinate engineering, assembly, supply chain, and sales teams; travel up to 20% to customer sites; develop risk registers and proactive mitigation.

The role emphasizes customer-focused communications, milestone reviews, and comprehensive project documentation to capture lessons learned.