Manufacturing Capital Projects Manager

LHH US; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/Holiday pay

Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D

401k plan

Job summary

LHH US is seeking an Engineering Project Manager in Morris County, NJ to drive manufacturing facility and capital initiatives within a Lean/Six Sigma environment. You will partner with internal teams and vendors to deliver projects that boost capacity, reliability, and long-term performance.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a related field, 5+ years of experience, and a proven track record delivering multi-hundred thousand dollar capital projects, with strong budgeting and vendor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• At least 5 years of experience supporting projects in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Track record of delivering capital projects valued at $500K or more.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, cost control, and business case development.
• Experience with AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Familiarity with MS Project or Primavera.
• Strong communication skills and experience working with external vendors and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital initiatives from early concept and planning through implementation and startup
• Define project scope, timelines, budgets, and key milestones while proactively addressing potential risks
• Analyze equipment condition and performance to guide decisions on upgrades, replacements, or improvements
• Oversee the acquisition and installation of machinery, automation systems, and process enhancements
• Support site growth by coordinating building expansions, infrastructure updates, and workflow improvements
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to improve plant layout and material flow
• Lead large maintenance efforts, including shutdown planning and execution, to ensure minimal operational impact
• Coordinate contractors and suppliers, setting clear expectations around safety, quality, and deliverables
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure all work aligns with regulatory and company standards
• Drive process improvements using Lean or Six Sigma to increase efficiency and reduce waste
• Anticipate and mitigate project and facility-related risks to keep initiatives on track
• Act as a point of contact during urgent facility issues, organizing timely responses to limit downtime

Skills

Lean & Six Sigma

Financial acumen

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

LHH US is seeking an Engineering Project Manager in Morris County, NJ to drive manufacturing facility and capital initiatives within a Lean/Six Sigma environment. You will partner with internal teams and vendors to deliver projects that boost capacity, reliability, and long-term performance.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a related field, 5+ years of experience, and a proven track record delivering multi-hundred thousand dollar capital projects, with strong budgeting and vendor