Project Manager - Manufacturing

Cummins Inc.; Maine; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Project Manager to oversee diverse projects in manufacturing. This role involves leading teams, managing project performance, and ensuring successful completion of initiatives. The ideal candidate will excel in communication, financial acumen, and project management, contributing to operational efficiency and innovation. Join a dynamic environment where your leadership will drive impactful projects and enhance organizational success. If you thrive in a collaborative setting and are passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Intermediate level of relevant work experience, including team leadership experience.
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple projects from inception to completion.
• Design project plans, develop timelines, and track performance.
• Monitor project progress and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Team Leadership

Financial Acumen

Effective Communication

Customer Focus

Project Management

Conflict Management

Planning and Alignment

Risk Management

Resource Management

Scope Management

Education

College or University Degree

Tools

Project Management Tools

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Manages, develops, and implements projects of varying complexity and size in the assigned functional area. Partners with business stakeholders to ensure successful project completion

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead multiple projects from inception to completion.

• Facilitate project planning sessions with internal stakeholders to determine the scope and objectives of each project.

• Work with business stakeholders to establish project performance goals.

• Design project plans, develop timelines, identify project milestones, and track performance against goals and timelines.

• Identify, track, and resolve project issues.

• Monitor and communicate project status to the project team.

• Plan and monitor project budgets, conduct research and analysis, and provide input into the design and development of project plans and timelines.

• Manage project risks using quality tools to identify areas of risk and work with others to identify alternatives or solutions.

• Document and share team learnings with other teams; draw on other project team experiences to enhance project success.

• Maintain project notes, databases, and other records; monitor measures and communicate with Project Sponsor and other stakeholders on the status of specific projects and assignments.

• Identify and assign appropriate resources to accomplish various project tasks.

• Guide and coach team members through various stages of the project; provide developmental feedback to team members.

• Participate in manufacturing processes for the Cylinder Head manufacturing line.

• Participate in equipment finalization, DAP, specification finalization, trials, and final commissioning at the plant.

• Improve layout and material flow for operational efficiency.

• Support CAPEx and cash flow management in a timely manner.

• Monitor project progress, highlight risks, and develop corrective actions.

• Conduct team meetings and communicate effectively with site operations, Manufacturing Engineering (ME), Quality, and supplier teams.

• Maintain project tracking and documentation to complete all New Business Startup (NBS) project steps.

• Map supplier capacity and develop end-to-end Value Stream Mapping (VSM) for the new line.

• Support the new line with Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Cummins Manufacturing System (CMS), and Industry 4.0 requirements.

• Assist with the development and implementation of manufacturing standards and working methods using continuous improvement tools.

• Work with internal and external resources on specific project assignments

RESPONSIBILITIES

Qualifications:

• College, university, or equivalent degree required.

• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills and Experience:

• Intermediate level of relevant work experience, including team leadership experience.

• Financial acumen: Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions.

• Business insight: Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals.

• Effective communication: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

• Managing complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

• Conflict management: Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.

• Planning and alignment: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.

• Project Issue and Risk Management: Managing the process to identify, assess, and prioritize issues and risks using recommended tools and disciplines.

• Project Resource Management: Developing resource plans using recommended project management tools and processes to manage resources effectively.

• Project Schedule Management: Managing the planned schedule using recommended tools and processes to drive completion within the agreed timeline.

• Project Scope Management: Managing a list of project deliverables to ensure that the project includes all the work required and only the work required to complete the project successfully.

• Valuing differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category Remote

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

ReqID 2414558

Relocation Package No