Project Manager

Integrated Packaging Machinery, LLC; Rockford (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Packaging Machinery, LLC is seeking a Project Manager to drive packaging equipment projects from development to installation and commissioning. You will act as the central point of contact for clients, vendors, and internal IPM teams, ensuring projects meet scope, budget and schedule.

The role requires 3–5 years of project management experience, a 4-year degree, and preferred PMP certification. Travel ~50% is expected, with robust budgeting and coordination responsibilities across

Qualifications

• PM emphasis in managing project lifecycles from initiation through closure.
• Budgeting, scheduling, and resource management responsibilities are required.
• Excellent communication with clients, vendors, and internal teams is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all project lifecycle phases in accordance with PMI standards.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
• Procure equipment, supplies, and staffing to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with engineering and application teams on project deliverables.
• Communicate project status to customers, vendors and IPM staff; manage risks and variances.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Resource planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

• Location 801 Fox Row Ct,Rockford, MI, 49341-7244,United States
• Job Category Project Management
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Travel 50%

Description

Summary:

The Project Manager is responsible for successful execution of all project phases from development to installation and commissioning of packaging equipment for bottlers, robotic case packing and palletizing, and case packing and packing equipment for tray, film and shrink wrapping . The Project Manager will act as a central point of contact, communication, coordination, and reporting for all stakeholders (clients, vendors, internal IPM, and consultants) involved in the project. The Project Manager will exhibit successful project management and budgeting skills to ensure projects are on time and within budget; including ability to allocate resources, schedule appropriate timelines & resources, and establish subcontract agreements.

Essential Job Functions:

• Follow PMI standards to oversee all phases of project lifecycles; initiation, planning, execution and closure.
• Determine, develop, and manage resource requirements, budgets, and schedules for projects.
• Procure necessary resources such as project equipment, supplies and staffing against time-critical deadlines.
• Responsible for oversight of application engineering and engineering concept/idea.
• Create and modify project layouts, plans and documentation. Track and report variances.
• Manage the timely and professional communication of project status with customers, OEM vendors and IPM staff.
• Provide risk assessment and assemble risk management plans and work effort documents.
• Assess new opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of project management experience required.
• Technical knowledge and experience reading blueprints, drawings, and floor plans.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Engineering or related field preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly works around moving mechanical parts.
• Must be able to move items 50+ pounds.
• Ability to position self around mechanical equipment for extended periods of time, including on the floor under equipment.
• C onstant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel is required; approximately 50 percent travel.

Professional Certifications:

• Project management certification (PMP) preferred.

Core Principles

Unwavering Integrity

We refuse to compromise our ethics and high professional standards in order to achieve desired outcomes.

- We do what is right.

- We treat others the way we wish to be treated.

- We do nothing to betray a confidence, stretch the truth, or mislead others.

- If we are unable to honor a commitment we promptly inform those affected.

- We accept responsibility and apologize if we erode trust.

- Our words are constructive, respectful, and supportive of others and our company.

- We freely share ideas and opinions, and deal with differences professionally.

- We do not compromise the safety or well-being of others or ourselves.

Servant's Heart

We possess a never-ending desire to serve and support others.

- We understand that our work must satisfy our customers' expectations for quality and value.

- We are polite, respectful, and show great consideration for others time and needs.

- Every opportunity to serve a customer is met with our can-do attitude, empathy, and humility.

- We seek first to understand before attempting to be understood.

- We provide timely responses to customer requests.

- Our friendliness and initiative make it easy for customers to work with us.

- With great urgency we take definitive action to remedy unmet expectations.

- We look for ways at every turn to exceed customer expectations.

Ownership Spirit

Our passion for employee ownership is demonstrated in everything we do.

- We put forth the time and energy it takes to get a job done right.

- We are collaborative team players who are highly relational and results driven.

- We trust that employee owners have the customers' and companies' best interest in mind, so we focus on solutions rather than blame.

- We make positive impressions through our professional appearance and conduct, attention to detail, and communication.

- We are proud ambassadors of our products, services, and company.

- Our attitude and actions help nurture a welcoming culture of inclusion, unity, and cooperation.

- We are highly adaptable when faced with changing situations, conditions or complex problems.

- We treat company resources as if they were our own.

Continuous Innovation and Improvement

We challenge the status quo and strive for excellence in all our work.

- We proactively initiate improvements in our know-how, products, services, safety, and processes.

- We innovate through technology and process development to create differentiated value and customer experiences.

- We engage in constant learning to improve our skills and understanding of our business.

- We tenaciously identify and drive out waste.

- When identifying problems we ask what we ourselves can do to improve the situation.

- We share relevant learning with those who need to know.

- We are relentless in our efforts to create and sustain organized work areas and process.

- We initiate and embrace change for the opportunity it may present.

Job Specific

• Planning - Refers to the ability to accurately scope out the length and difficulty of tasks and projects, set objectives and goals and break down work into the process steps necessary to get things done.
• Business Acumen - Knowledge of general business principles as well as current and possible future policies, practices, trends, and information affecting the business.
• Cost Consciousness - Able to understand budget requirements. Able to cost out products and obtain best prices. Able to explain budget requirements to others.
• Command Skills - Relishes leading. Takes unpopular stands if necessary. Energized by challenges.
• Flexibility - Open to change and new information. Able to adapt behavior and work methods in response to changing conditions.
• C onflict Management - Able to help settle disputes between individuals and groups. Able to find equitable solutions to issues. Able to find common ground and get cooperation with minimal noise.
• Problem Solving - Able to solve problems using logic, judgment and data to determine effective solutions.