Manufacturing Project Manager: NPI & CI Lead

Principal Manufacturing Corporation; Broadview (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO

401K matching

Medical benefits

Job summary

Principal Manufacturing Corporation in Broadview, IL seeks a Project Manager to coordinate manufacturing projects and ensure on-time production launches. You will oversee multi-department activities, manage meetings (APQP, tooling reviews), and drive continuous improvement across projects.

The role requires strong project management skills, cross-functional coordination, and the ability to navigate manufacturing processes including stamping, molding, and plastic injection.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field required.
• Project management experience a plus.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans with stakeholders.
• Monitor and report project progress to meet deadlines and budget.
• Lead cross-functional meetings (APQP, tooling design reviews).
• Oversee full PM life cycle from PO acceptance to production hand-off.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues and opportunities.
• Communicate status to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support prototype activities.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Principal Manufacturing Corporation in Broadview, IL seeks a Project Manager to coordinate manufacturing projects and ensure on-time production launches. You will oversee multi-department activities, manage meetings (APQP, tooling reviews), and drive continuous improvement across projects.

The role requires strong project management skills, cross-functional coordination, and the ability to navigate manufacturing processes including stamping, molding, and plastic injection.