Project Manager

ANDRITZ; Pell City (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

ANDRITZ is seeking a Project Manager to lead manufacturing projects, quotes, and customer deliverables, ensuring on-time, on-budget results. You will coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, and Operations.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in business, 3+ years of leadership, strong planning, NCR/ECR experience, and proficiency with ERP and MS Office. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with business experience and strong project management background.
• Experience managing multiple projects in manufacturing/industrial/technical environments.
• 3+ years of leadership, supervisory, or management roles.
• Strong understanding of planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource management.
• Proven ability to drive NCR/ECR processes and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project and quote performance; manage schedules, priorities, and customer expectations.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, and Operations to support shop priorities and customer needs.
• Lead NCR (Non-Conformance Report) and ECR (Engineering Change Request) activities with documentation and root-cause analysis.
• Maintain job packets, post-rebuild reports, and part-cart check assurance.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, budgets, and resourcing including equipment/material procurement.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for ensuring projects, quotes, and customer deliverables are completed efficiently, accurately, and on schedule. This person has a solid understanding of project management skills, and a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of clients.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include but are not necessarily limited to the following:

• Key responsibilities include monitoring project and quote performance; ensuring schedules, priorities, and customer expectations are effectively managed; and driving consistent execution across all assigned projects. The PM coordinates with cross functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, and Operations to support shop priorities and customer needs.
• This position requires execution and coordination of NCR (Non-Conformance Report) and ECR (Engineering Change Request) activities, ensuring proper documentation, timely resolution, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and effective communication across departments.
• The PM maintains job packets, post-rebuild reports, and part-cart check assurance.
• Participates in weekly PM meetings, production meetings, and lead meetings are conducted effectively and are driving results.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, budgets, and resourcing, including managing the procurement of necessary equipment and materials.

#1ANDRITZway Core Behaviors

• Customer Focus
• Ownership for Performance
• Shared Commitment

#1ANDRITZway ALeaders Behaviors

• Lead by Example
• Lead the Business
• Care for People
• Guide the Team

Job Specific Competencies

• See Key responsibilities and qualifications

Qualifications (Required)

When selecting candidates, we will be looking for the following essential skills, abilities, and experience:

• Bachelor's Degree, with business experience.
• Project management experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or technical environment.
• 3+ years of leadership, supervisory, or management.
• Strong understanding of project planning, scheduling, quoting, budgeting, and resource management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and customer expectations.
• Experience managing NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports) and ECRs (Engineering Change Requests), including corrective actions and resolution tracking.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Proficient in project management software, ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and project reporting tools.

Other Valued Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Preferred)

• Adapts quickly to shifting priorities and changing conditions.
• Strong interpersonal skills across all organizational levels.
• Empowers ownership of projects.
• Ability to bridge communication fluidly between corporate/admin level and production level employees.