Production Project Manager

RTC; Rolling Meadows (IL); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Fridays year-round

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Job summary

RTC, Rolling Meadows, IL, seeks a Project Manager to oversee manufacturing and deployment phases of POP displays and fixture programs, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery per quality expectations. You will document key learnings from projects.

Responsibilities include creating project plans, maintaining Gantt charts, assessing risk, communicating across departments, and tracking costs against estimates while expanding knowledge of POP manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years of experience in Project Management.
• Self-starter able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Experience using an ERP system preferred.
• Knowledge of MS Project and ability to read engineering drawings.
• Highly organized with excellent communication and cross-team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assess each project situation, determine actions, and ensure implementation.
• Develop project plans; create and maintain Gantt charts and communications.
• Assess risk for each project and track status of all owned projects.
• Communicate requirements and timelines to related departments.
• Track cost relationships between estimated and actual costs.
• Maintain knowledge of manufacturing processes in POP industry.
• Coordinate with Sourcing, Purchasing, and global PM for on-time deliveries.
• Travel to RTC facilities as needed and document all activities.
• Maintain documentation for projects and know the MRP module.

Skills

Project management

Self-starter

Fast-paced environment

Communication skills

Organization

Team collaboration

Ability to read engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / International Business / Operations Management / Mechanical Engineering or related Manufacturing degree

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

ERP system

Job description

Job Summary

Participate in managing the manufacturing and deployment phases of Point of Purchase displays and fixture programs, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and per quality expectations by employing knowledge of manufacturing processes. Along with documenting key learnings from projects.

Job Summary

Participate in managing the manufacturing and deployment phases of Point of Purchase displays and fixture programs, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and per quality expectations by employing knowledge of manufacturing processes. Along with documenting key learnings from projects.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Assess each project situation, determine actions to take, and ensure implementation of required actions.
• Develop project plans as requested or work with Development Project Management to create project plans. Create and maintain Gantt charts and written communication regarding timing of requirements and tasks to Account Management and Development Project Management.
• Complete in-depth assessment of risk for each project and maintain detailed knowledge regarding the status of all projects under their ownership.
• Communicate to all related departments concerning requirements, tasks, completion dates, work in process, required samples, etc.
• Seek out and retain up-to-date knowledge regarding the cost relationship between estimated costs and actual costs for all projects under their ownership (including, but not limited to materials, labor, engineering time, design time, and manufacturing engineering time).
• Preserve and increase knowledge of manufacturing processes related to the POP industry.
• Work with Sourcing, Purchasing, and global Project Management to ensure on-time deliveries of components and finished goods to RTC or directly to the customer.
• Coordinate activities for and possibly travel to other RTC global facilities during the manufacture of displays or fixtures under their ownership. This can also include having regular communications outside of the normal business day (evenings or early mornings).
• Execute all department-required documentation for projects under their ownership.
• Maintain functional knowledge of the Project Management module of RTC’s MRP system. Also sustain working knowledge of other applicable areas within the MRP system.

Education/Experience/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Business, Operations Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related Manufacturing degree or equivalent experience
• 2-3 years of experience in Project Management
• Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Experience using an ERP system preferred
• Knowledge of MS Project
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Very organized, able to handle the smallest details
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work with various teams throughout the organization

RTC masters the design and detail of retail, helping brands and retailers improve the shopping experience and grow their bottom line. We design retail programs and environments, execute them globally, and build products that improve retail performance. We provide our clients with a cohesive brand experience, expanded retail presence, and consistently better results at a lower total cost. Learn more at http://www.rtc.com/.

Why should you consider a career at RTC?

Benefits

• Hybrid schedule: at least two in-office days per week after onboarding
• Medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield (options include 2 PPO plans and 1 HMO plan)
• Dental insurance (offered through 2 PPO plans)
• Access to BCBS Benefit Value Advisor and Member Rewards programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (for health and dependent care)
• Commuter transit benefit
• 401(k) plan with 6% contribution and 3% company match, including a Roth option
• Company-paid life insurance (3x salary, with the option to purchase additional coverage)
• Company-paid short-term disability insurance (long-term disability optional)
• 16 days of PTO each year
• 9 paid holidays
• Tuition assistance program

Perks

• Early Fridays year-round (finish at 2:30 PM)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) plus company-sponsored volunteer activities

Wellness

• PTO is encouraged for vacations and mental health breaks
• Employee Assistance Program offering legal, financial, and counseling resources
• Discounts on fitness center memberships for employees enrolled in Blue Cross plans
• 100% coverage for preventive care, including annual check-ups and screenings
• Lactation rooms available for new mothers at the Rolling Meadows location
• Annual on-site flu clinics in Romeoville and Rolling Meadows for employees and covered dependents (or covered through insurance if off-site)

Career Development & Training

We encourage your professional growth and development. We offer mentors with deep industry experience and management who will assist you in defining and realizing your short and long-term career goals and a variety of opportunities for training and advancement.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is budgeted for $61,746-93,854 with eligibility for an annual bonus. The actual base salary depends on various factors and could be above or below the range depending on the applicant's qualifications, years of relevant experience, specific skills, level of education, business needs, and market demand. The full salary range for this role reflects this position's competitive labor market value and provides an opportunity to progress as associates grow and develop within the role. Bonuses are paid based on RTC’s financial results. Any payouts awarded in the first year of employment are pro-rated based on the start date. Program rules are subject to change at management’s discretion.

RTC is an equal-opportunity employer. Women, individuals of all ethnicities, people with disabilities (intellectual and physical), and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age (40 or older), disability or genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, religion or any other basis prohibited by law.RTC is in compliance with Child Labor Laws. https://www.eeoc.gov/poster