Senior Manufacturing Project Manager

Leoforce; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% STVS bonus

401K match

24 days PTO + floating holidays

Job summary

Leoforce in Sumter, SC is seeking an experienced Permanent Project Manager to lead complex manufacturing projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring they stay on time, within scope, and within budget. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in project management, strong Lean and Six Sigma experience, proven leadership, and excellent communication; PMP certification is preferred.

Join a global industrial engineering and manufacturing leader committed to innovation, quality, and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field. A Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Project Management within the Manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and motivating high-performing teams.
• Excellent strategic planning and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in project management software and tools.
• Proven experience in product development and lifecycle management.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end project plans in the manufacturing sector, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget.
• Develop comprehensive project strategies, including risk management and quality control plans.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve efficiency and reduce waste in the production process.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that all elements of the project are in sync and progressing as planned.
• Drive the product development process, ensuring that all products meet quality standards and customer requirements.
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Monitor project progress, resolving any issues that arise, and implementing necessary changes.
• Communicate project status, issues, and risks to all stakeholders, including senior management.
• Continuously improve project management tools and processes to increase team efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Team Management

Product Development

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Master's degree or MBA is a plus

Tools

Project management software and tools

Job description

Leoforce in Sumter, SC is seeking an experienced Permanent Project Manager to lead complex manufacturing projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring they stay on time, within scope, and within budget. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in project management, strong Lean and Six Sigma experience, proven leadership, and excellent communication; PMP certification is preferred.

Join a global industrial engineering and manufacturing leader committed to innovation, quality, and continuous