Manufacturing Project Manager

QPO Energy, INC; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

QPO Energy, INC in Tualatin, OR is seeking a Manufacturing Project Manager to lead cross-functional projects through planning, execution and mass production. You will drive factory setup, production line launches, and contract manufacturing development from concept to mass production.

The role requires hands-on site leadership, strong organizational and communication skills, and experience with ERP/MES systems. A PMP or equivalent certification is a plus for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field.
• 3–5 years of project management experience in manufacturing or engineering.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP/MES systems and production line projects preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines; hands-on site leadership.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution: develop schedules, timelines, milestones, and resource plans.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities across engineering, production, logistics, and quality.
• Lead project execution from concept to mass production and ramp-up.
• Support factory setup, equipment installation, and start of production.
• Track progress, manage risks, and report status to stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation and change management records.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Factory/production line experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP/MES systems

Production line projects

Job description

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Manufacturing Project Manager

Full Time Tualatin, OR, US

Salary: $100,000.00 Annually

Full job description

Job Overview
Responsible for leading and coordinating cross-functional projects, ensuring project scope, schedule, cost, and deliverables are successfully managed from planning through execution. The Manufacturing Project Manager will also play a key role in factory setup, production line launch, and contract manufacturing project development from concept to mass production.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution: Develop and maintain project schedules, timelines, milestones, and resource plans. Coordinate cross-functional activities across engineering, production, logistics, and quality teams. Lead project execution from initial concept, planning, facility setup, equipment installation, pilot run, to mass production.
• Factory Setup & Manufacturing Launch: Support new factory setup, production line establishment, and manufacturing ramp-up activities. Coordinate layout planning, equipment installation, utility preparation, and production readiness activities. Manage project timelines related to factory construction, commissioning, and SOP (Start of Production).
• Cross-functional Coordination: Serve as the primary point of coordination among internal teams, suppliers, and customers regarding project schedules, deliverables, and issue resolution. Track project progress and ensure timely completion of deliverables. Drive alignment between stakeholders to ensure project objectives and deliverables are achieved.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify project risks, production bottlenecks, scheduling conflicts, and resource constraints that may impact project execution. Develop mitigation and recovery plans to minimize project impact. Monitor critical path activities and proactively resolve issues.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare project status reports and meeting summaries. Track action items, escalating critical issues, and ensure timely resolution of open items. Maintain project documentation and change management records.
• Process Improvement: Improve project execution processes and workflow efficiency. Support continuous improvement initiatives during project implementation. Establish standardized project management practices and reporting structures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
• 3-5 years of project management experience in manufacturing or engineering environment
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience with ERP/MES systems and production line projects preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Hands-on experience in factory setup, production line installation, or manufacturing site expansion projects is required
• Must have end-to-end experience managing a contract manufacturing (OEM/ODM) project from initial planning through mass production launch
• PMP certification or equivalent project management experience is a plus