Sr Project Manager

Waupaca Foundry, Inc.; Waupaca (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short and long term disability

Life insurance

401(k)

Employer funded retirement plan

Paid vacations/holidays

Wellness program

Fitness membership

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead cross-functional programs within the PMO, focused on casting manufacturing operations.

You will drive complex projects, manage budgets, schedules, and stakeholder expectations, and ensure alignment with quality and cost targets. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in Project Management, a Bachelor's degree, and strong leadership in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Manufacturing) or 12 to 15 years related work experience.
• 10+ years of Project Management or Design Development experience, Automotive/Equipment Manufacturing a plus.
• Must have working knowledge of computer & quality related programs and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as PMO lead for cross-functional projects in casting manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate Engineering, Operations, Procurement, and Quality to meet cost, quality and delivery targets.
• Track milestones, manage risks, and report status to stakeholders.
• Ensure designs are manufacturable and aligned with supplier capabilities.
• Develop recovery plans and communicate changes to the customer team.
• Mentor and guide other project managers and coordinators.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multitask management

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

iSeries (AS400)

MS Project

Job description

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is North America’s leading supplier of iron castings and has a history of innovation with a legacy of product quality. Waupaca Fou

• ndry employs approximately 4,400 people company-wide. Waupaca Foundry is committed to relentless improvement, forward-thinking sustainability initiatives, and providing a reliable experience to the millions who use our castings every day. Our goal is to employ individuals who take pride in their work within a culture of continual innovation. Waupaca Foundry is proud to be an employer of choice for those driven and skilled individuals seeking rewarding careers by producing top quality
• castings.
• You will be right at home at Waupaca Foundry.
• The Senior Project Manager is a seasoned veteran within the PMO organization. Supporting our casting manufacturing operations, responsible for leading and executing complex, cross-functional projects and nonstandard projects. Ensures alignment of all deliverables for engineering, value-add outsourcing efforts, procurement processes, and quality objectives. This role owns delivery of larger, higher-impact work and ensures alignment across functions to meet cost, quality, delivery as well as customer and organizational expectations.
• The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is experienced in leading complex work, managing competing priorities, and driving results across multiple stakeholders in a cross functional environment. This role operates with a high level of independence, anticipates risks before they impact the business, and provides guidance and support to other project managers and coordinators to ensure consistent execution across projects. Has the ability to influence others on key decisions that make meaningful impact to projects.
• Is a key contributor to driving continuous improvement with in the organization. Has the ability to communicate clearly and concisely to the leadership team customers and concerned parties on the project status. Drives risks to closure and ensures the cross functional team is managing deliverables efficiently.
• RESPONSIBILITIES :
• Cross-Departmental Coordination:
• Serve as the primary liaison between Engineering, Operations, Value-Add Outsourcing, Procurement, and Quality
• Facilitate effective communication, ensuring all departments are aligned on objectives, timelines, and requirements.
• Monitor project milestones and escalated issues or risks to appropriate stakeholders.
• Ensures the customer and the cross functional team are aligned and are informed of the current project status.
• Main interface with the customer and is responsible for managing customer expectations and informing the team of any additional requirements from the customers perspective
• Project Execution Support:
• Track and report progress on programs and initiatives related to the overall project management process.
• Works with the engineering teams to ensure engineering designs are manufacturable and aligned with supplier capabilities and procurement strategies.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project plans are realistic and achievable and communicates any deviations to the customer team.
• Monitor all project deliverables and ensure they are meeting the customers and organizations objectives as well as reviewing and monitoring the Project Managers projects.
• Develops recovery plans as issues arise on projects and ensures that the cross functional team is informed on priorities and changes to the project
• Outsourcing and Supplier Integration:
• Collaborate with Procurement and Value-Add Outsourcing teams to identify, onboard, and manage third-party service providers for machining, finishing, or other post-casting operations.
• Ensure outsourced operations align with quality, cost, and delivery expectations.
• Communicates expectations for all deliverables and timing with Value-Add suppliers and ensures commitments are made.
• This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.
• EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Manufacturing) or 12 to15 years related work experience
• 10+ years of Project Management or Design Development experience (Automotive/Equipment Manufacturing experience a plus)
• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/SKILLS:
• Must have working knowledge of computer & quality related programs.
• Must have working knowledge of quality trouble shooting techniques.
• Must participate in all in-house training offered for supervisor level position.
• Must have working knowledge of overall foundry procedures and practices.
• Excellent Communication, verbal and non-verbal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word, and Project
• Working knowledge of iSeries (AS400)
• Strong team building and teamwork skills
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects at once
• Basic financial knowledge
• Ability to readily promote and accept change to process and requirements
• Strong organizational and prioritize skills
• Flexible

If selected for consideration, candidates must successfully complete a selection process that includes interviews, reference check/verification, and a pre-employment drug screen.

BENEFITS :

• Waupaca Foundry offers competitive wages and exceptional benefits, including:
• Short and long term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Employer funded retirement plan
• Paid vacations/holidays
• Wellness program
• Fitness membership
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Waupaca Foundry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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