Project Manager

Confidential Jobs; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Jobs is seeking a Project Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute manufacturing initiatives from initiation through completion. You will work across engineering, production, quality, and supply chain to deliver on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and quality standards.

You will develop plans, manage budgets, track progress, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvements while maintaining strong stakeholder communication and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 5+ years of PM experience in manufacturing/industrial environments.
• Experience managing schedules, budgets, and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with project management tools and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage manufacturing projects including launches, process improvements, facility expansions, and equipment installations.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate activities across departments to meet milestones and deliverables.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate project meetings and provide status updates to stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets and ensure cost control.
• Oversee vendor and contractor activities as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement focused on efficiency, productivity, quality, and cost reduction.
• Maintain project documentation: schedules, reports, budgets, and lessons learned.

Skills

PM tools

MS Office

Stakeholder management

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (engineering/manufacturing/business/ops)

Tools

ERP/MES

MS Project

Job description

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing manufacturing projects from initiation through completion. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality, safety, and operational requirements. The Project Manager works cross-functionally with engineering, production, supply chain, quality, maintenance, and leadership teams to drive successful project outcomes and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage manufacturing projects, including new product launches, process improvements, facility expansions, equipment installations, and operational initiatives.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate activities across multiple departments to ensure project milestones and deliverables are achieved.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate project meetings and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure cost control.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, production, procurement, and supply chain teams to support project execution.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Oversee vendor and contractor activities as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on efficiency, productivity, quality, and cost reduction.
• Maintain project documentation, including schedules, reports, budgets, and lessons learned.
• Resolve project-related issues and escalate concerns when appropriate.
• Support change management activities associated with project implementation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or operations environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production operations.
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with project management tools and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of ERP and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Experience with capital projects, automation, or production equipment implementation.
• Project Planning and Execution
• Leadership and Team Collaboration
• Budget Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Thinking
• Communication and Presentation Skills
• Process Optimization
• Decision-Making and Problem-Solving

Working Conditions

• Primarily based in a manufacturing facility and office environment.
• May require travel to supplier, customer, or plant locations.
• Occasional work outside normal business hours to support project deadlines or production schedules.

Success Measures

• Projects delivered on time and within budget.
• Achievement of project objectives and operational improvements.
• Effective stakeholder satisfaction and communication.
• Improved productivity, quality, safety, and operational performance.
• Successful implementation of process and manufacturing enhancements.