Project Manager II

Tessy Plastics Corp.; Town of Skaneateles (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Quarterly profit-sharing program

401K Company match

Job summary

Tessy Plastics Corp. is seeking a Project Manager to plan, execute and evaluate programs from large multi‑layered initiatives to smaller projects. You will assemble and lead cross‑functional teams and partner with Sales and Technical leads for program success.

Ideal candidates hold an engineering degree with 5+ years of manufacturing PM experience and are proficient in Microsoft Project. Excellent communication and leadership are essential to drive on‑time delivery and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in an engineering discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience as a Project/Program Manager in manufacturing.
• Customer-facing experience is desirable.
• Proficient with Microsoft Project and PM tools.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage project development from initiation to closure.
• Maintain relationships with customers and their teams.
• Outline scope, goals, deliverables, resources, costs, and timing.
• Develop and update project schedules using various tools.
• Track milestones and report status to Directors/VPs.
• Mediate between stakeholders and team members.
• Communicate expectations clearly to all parties.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to meet timelines.
• Develop PM tools and best practices.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Scheduling & budgeting

Team leadership

Communication

Microsoft Project

Education

Associate’s Degree or higher in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Since 1973, Tessy Plastics has been a global leader in injection molding and custom automated assembly solutions, partnering with top brands across the Medical, Pharmaceutical, Diagnostics, Consumer Healthcare, and Consumer markets.

With 3.2M+ sq. ft. of FDA/GMP-compliant facilities and operations in the U.S. and China, we turn complex ideas into high-performance manufacturing solutions – and we’re just as proud to be a great place to build a career.

Your Role at Tessy

The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing and evaluating projects from large multilayered programs to small projects as assigned. This individual will be building and managing cross-functional project teams. The Project Manager is responsible for aspects of programs as detailed on confidential company RACI charts. They will work in tandem with Sales Account Management as well as Technical Leads to ensure project/program success.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage project development from initiation to closure. May include management of R&D activities before program award.
• Manage customer relationships and customer teams throughout project/program.
• Work with the stakeholders to outline the scope, goals, deliverables, required resources, cost tracking and timing of projects. Responsible for budget, reporting, and closeout of projects/programs.
• Provide and update project schedules. Multiple methods/tools/software may be used.
• Track and report on project milestones and provide status reports to superiors and Project Sponsor. Report out escalation items as necessary to Directors and Vice Presidents.
• Act as mediator between stakeholders and team members.
• Clearly communicate expectations to team members and stakeholders.
• Work with outside subcontractors such as tool shops, automation suppliers and other suppliers to ensure compliance with timelines.
• Develop tools and best practices for Project Management. Focus on execution and lessons learned.

What You’ll Bring

• Associate’s Degree or higher in an Engineering discipline or applicable background.
• 5+ years’ experience as a Project/Program Manager in a manufacturing environment with a high-level understanding of manufacturing processes and procedures preferred.
• Previous experience in a customer-facing role is highly desirable.
• Ability to become a “Super User” of Microsoft Project and other project management tools.
• Understands cross functional impact and considers how project plans and project outcome impact other departments.
• Ability to manage complex timelines from initial production runs through production release.
• Demonstrate leadership in managing team members.
• Translates technical and procedural requirements and information that team members will understand.
• Ability to work with management and other team members from various departments throughout the company.

Compensation

Salary Range: $100,000–$120,000.

The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional job‑related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your Recruiter can share more about the specific salary range or benefits during the hiring process.

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance: 100% employer-paid for employee-only coverage, +1 and Family coverage options available
• Additional Incentives: Quarterly profit‑sharing program
• 401K Company match

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Tessy Plastics Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. Tessy evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status, or any other legally protected characteristic.