Manufacturing Project Manager | Byron Center

the-pivot-group-careers; Michigan; On-site; USD 83,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Byron Center, Michigan is actively seeking experienced Project Managers to lead manufacturing projects and guide cross-functional teams to on-time, on-budget delivery. This role emphasizes quality and process excellence within West Michigan's manufacturing landscape.

You will plan, schedule, and budget programs, collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams, and drive risk mitigation and continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• PMP or other relevant project management certification.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects from conception to completion.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chains, and quality control.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee manufacturing projects from conception to completion.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure project success.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Monitor project progress, prepare reports, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Implement process improvements and optimize manufacturing workflows.
• Manage vendor relationships and procurement of materials and equipment.

Skills

5+ years project management

PMP or certification

Complex project management

Manufacturing processes

Supply chain knowledge

Quality control understanding

Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma

Jira / MS Project

Education

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

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Byron Center, Michigan is actively seeking experienced Project Managers to lead manufacturing projects and guide cross-functional teams to on-time, on-budget delivery. This role emphasizes quality and process excellence within West Michigan's manufacturing landscape.

You will plan, schedule, and budget programs, collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams, and drive risk mitigation and continuous improvements.