Project Manager 1

Quanta Manufacturing Nashville; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Quanta Manufacturing Nashville in Fremont, CA is seeking a Project Manager 1 (FLSA: Exempt) for onsite execution of defined manufacturing projects. The role offers a salary of $75,000–$108,000 annually and requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

As a Level 1 Project Manager, you will manage schedules, align cross-functional teams, monitor risks, and deliver status updates. You will work under guidance but are expected to act independently on assigned responsibilities to drive on-time

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or Supply Chain.
• Entry-level professional experience, internships, or academic project work related to project coordination, manufacturing, operations, or business support is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned manufacturing projects or components, ownership of schedules, tracking, and execution within defined scope.
• Develop and maintain project timelines based on customer requirements and resources.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities with Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain and others to ensure progress.
• Monitor project status, identify risks or delays, and provide status updates to Program Managers.
• Track production progress and resource availability with responsible teams to close gaps.
• Lead routine project meetings; document action items and follow through.
• Prepare and deliver project status updates to stakeholders.
• Apply standard project management tools, templates, and processes for consistency.
• Build knowledge of manufacturing operations to improve execution.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

• Location 45275 Northport Court,Fremont, CA, 94538,United States
• Employee Type Full Time Exempt

Description

JOB TITLE : Project Manager 1 FLSA: Exempt position
LOCATION: Fremont, CA (Onsite)
SALARY: $75,000 - $108,000

Job Summary

The Project Manager (Level 1) is responsible for executing assigned manufacturing projects under the guidance of a Program Manager or senior Project Manager. This role takes the execution of defined project scopes, manages day-to-day coordination, tracks progress against schedules, and drives task completion across cross-functional teams. While guidance is provided, Level 1 Project Managers are expected to work independently on assigned responsibilities, proactively identify issues, and take initiative in following up on actions and deliverables.

The Program Management (PM) team plays a critical role in overseeing manufacturing projects from initial launch through mass production and final shipment. Functioning as a Manufacturing Program Management (MPM) organization, the team works closely with headquarters Sales, R&D, Quality, and Engineering teams to estimate resources, manage schedules, and align execution with customer requirements. The PM team coordinates cross-functional activities, balances customer commitments with internal efficiency, and adapts plans as conditions change. By serving as a key bridge between customers, headquarters, and manufacturing functions, the team supports timely execution and successful product delivery.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Manage assigned manufacturing projects or project components, taking ownership of schedules, task tracking, and execution within defined scope. Ensure execution meets defined quality, quantity, and delivery commitments.
• Develop and maintain project timelines based on customer requirements, material readiness, and available production resources.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities with Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and other internal teams to ensure project progress aligns with plan.
• Actively monitor project status, identify risks or delays, and prepare and deliver accurate project status updates and reports to Program Managers and internal stakeholders.
• Track production progress and resource availability, following up with responsible teams to close gaps.
• Conduct routine project meetings or working sessions as assigned; document action items and ensure timely follow-through.
• Prepare and deliver accurate project status updates and reports to Program Managers and internal stakeholders.
• Apply standard project management tools, templates, and processes to ensure consistency and transparency.
• Continuously build knowledge of manufacturing operations, workflows, and cross-functional dependencies to improve project execution.

Competencies

• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional coordination.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify issues, assess impact, and upscale with context.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in tracking schedules, data, and commitments.
• Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with changing priorities.
• Collaborative interpersonal skills to maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
• Entry-level professional experience, internships, or academic project work related to project coordination, manufacturing, operations, or business support is beneficial.