Project Manager

Peak Manufacturing, Inc.; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Manufacturing, Inc. in the Greater Jackson, MI area is seeking a full-time on-site Project Manager to lead manufacturing projects from initiation to completion.

You will coordinate with production, logistics, and inspection teams, track progress, manage resources, and ensure timelines and customer requirements are met. This role emphasizes risk monitoring, process improvements, detailed documentation, and adherence to company and industry standards in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing

Qualifications

• Experience in project oversight with PM and expediting to ensure on-time delivery.
• Background in expeditor responsibilities and logistics management.
• Knowledge of inspection processes and quality standards in manufacturing/ automotive.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication for cross-functional collaboration.
• On-site work in a fast-paced production setting and adaptability.
• Education in business, engineering, operations management or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with production, logistics, and inspection teams.
• Track project progress and manage resources.
• Resolve issues affecting delivery schedules.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders and customers.
• Monitor risks and implement process improvements.
• Maintain detailed project documentation and support compliance.

Skills

Project management

Expediting

Logistics management

Quality inspection

Communication

On-site work

Manufacturing knowledge

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Company Description Peak Manufacturing, Inc. is a leading spacer supplier for the heavy truck industry, producing components that are critical to the hub assemblies of many trucks on the road today. The company plays a key role in the automotive supply chain through its specialized spacer products. In addition to its core spacer business, Peak Manufacturing serves as a secondary machining source for the automotive industry. Team members contribute directly to high-quality, reliable parts that support transportation and automotive operations nationwide.

Role Description This full-time, on-site Project Manager role is based in the Greater Jackson, MI Area. The Project Manager oversees manufacturing projects from initiation through completion, ensuring timelines, quality standards, and customer requirements are met. Daily responsibilities include coordinating with production, logistics, and inspection teams; tracking project progress; managing resources; and resolving issues that could affect delivery schedules. The role also involves communicating with internal stakeholders and customers, monitoring risks, and implementing process improvements to support efficient operations and continuous improvement. The Project Manager is expected to maintain detailed project documentation and support compliance with company and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in project oversight, including Project Management and Expediting activities to ensure on-time delivery and effective coordination.
• Background in Expeditor responsibilities and Logistics Management to manage material flow, scheduling, and supplier interactions.
• Knowledge of Inspection processes and quality standards within a manufacturing or automotive environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail in project planning and execution.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Ability to work on-site in a fast-paced production setting and adapt to changing priorities.
• Previous experience in heavy truck, automotive, or industrial manufacturing is beneficial.
• Relevant education such as an associate or bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, operations management, or a related field is preferred.