Project Manager

o2 Employment Services; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

A reputable employment agency is looking for a Project Manager in Redding, CA, to oversee multiple manufacturing projects. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational and technical skills, a minimum of three years in project management, and the ability to perform quality checks on the production floor. Key responsibilities include coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining a high standard of customer satisfaction and quality. Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience in project management or related technical field.
• Experience in coordinating cross-functional teams in a production environment.
• Mechanical or technical background is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple projects while ensuring quality and timelines.
• Perform visual inspections on the production floor.
• Manage custom builds throughout production lifecycle.

Skills

Organizational skills

Technical awareness

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Problem-solving abilities

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job-tracking systems

Job description

O2 Employment Services is working with a reputable manufacturing company to find their next Project Manager. This position is based in Redding, CA.

The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, technical awareness, and the ability to coordinate multiple projects through production while maintaining quality, timelines, and customer satisfaction.

Salary: $71,000 - $80,000 annually (DOE)

Vision, dental, and medical insurance offered through O2

Company benefits: 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Employee discount, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid time off, Parental leave, Referral program, Vision insurance

Project Manager Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in project management, operations, manufacturing, automotive, or a related technical field.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams in a production environment preferred.
• Mechanical, welding, or technical background is a plus.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across departments and with customers.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internal job-tracking systems.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to walk a production floor and perform visual inspections with standard vision requirements.
• Review incoming chassis, materials, or project specifications for accuracy prior to production.
• Communicate discrepancies, change orders, or clarifications to internal teams.
• Manage custom, fleet, and priority builds throughout the full production lifecycle.
• Coordinate with Sales, Production, Quality Control, and Technical teams to maintain schedules and documentation.
• Monitor project progress, identify constraints early, and drive timely resolution.
• Review quality control results and confirm completion of required rework.
• Conduct final inspections and determine GO/NO-GO readiness for delivery.
• Verify documentation, labeling, serial verification, staging, and delivery preparation.
• Coordinate final handoff to invoicing and logistics.
• Serve as a primary contact for warranty inquiries and resolution.
• Research build history and coordinate repairs, parts, or vendor support as needed.
• Maintain accurate warranty records and support continuous improvement efforts.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

O2 Employment Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs to perform the essential functions of the position.