Project Manager, Specialty

SUMMARY:  The Project Manager, Specialty oversees numerous fabrication projects as they progress through our production facility.  The role is responsible for ensuring that projects are completed on time and to the customers’ specifications.  The Project Manager, Specialty serves as the conduit for communication between customers and internal stakeholders including Planning, Production, Fabricating and Shipping.

This job description does not describe all activities, duties, responsibilities, or physical demands that are required of the employee for this job. Likewise, the work environment described is merely representative. Duties, responsibilities, activities, physical demands, and work environment may change at any time, with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Gain in-depth knowledge of Specialty products and services, understanding technical specifications, features and benefits.
• Review purchase orders and coordinate/troubleshoot all aspects of the projects with Production, Sales, Detailing, outside vendors, customer, and Logistics to ensure timely completion of work.
• Collaborate with customers to understand their technical requirements and demonstrate how the product meets those needs.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Plan and implement all project activities including, but not limited to project design, detailing, engineering review, production, outside services, finishing and shipping per the terms of the executed purchase order.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to the schedule and customer requirements.
• Review and approve detailed drawings provided by the customer and produced within the team to ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate both inside and outside inspectors as needed.
• Monitor production schedules and coordinate recovery solutions.
• Adhere to company standards and procedures.
• Direct, review and approve change orders and communicate effectively with impacted stakeholders.
• Participate in overall product strategy, development, and manufacturing coordination for new, existing, and emerging products.
• Oversee all packaging and shipping requirements, including, but not limited to truckload planning and coordination of crate design, to ensure safe delivery of material to the job site.
• Identify and lead improvement initiatives related to the PM and Detailing group and beyond.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology (Bachelor’s Degree preferred)
• 5 years experience (project management and/or fabrication preferred)
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• AutoCAD experience
• Experience with MRP/ERP Systems
• Able to handle multiple projects and customers in a fast-paced environment
• A strong desire to learn new products and a positive attitude toward change
• Ability to work on site at Canton, Ohio campus

EEO STATEMENT: Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected under local, state, or federal laws.