Project Manager

About the Role

Support the project management business and other value-add services by managing multiple aspects of each project.

Responsibilities

• Execute and manage projects to ensure successful outcomes for our customers and our company
• Lead projects from procurement through shipment as the primary point of contact for all items related to that project
• Manage procurement with purchasing team
• Track material arrival to project deadlines
• Adjust and manage material as required to meet deadlines
• Regularly communicate with internal and external stakeholders regarding the status of all projects
• Coordinate with production teams to ensure project is built on time and correctly
• Coordinate with partners for outsourced services and parts
• Coordinate delivery of material to testing locations and final destination
• Manage schedule across multiple projects and multiple work groups
• Resolve customer issues related to projects
• Execute standard operating procedures for projects to ensure successful completion
• Provide feedback and recommendations for updates to operating procedures as part of our continuous improvement initiatives
• Conduct and host customer meetings related to status across multiple projects
• Enforce and comply with all Company policies and safety procedures

Requirements

• Must be computer literate and have the manual dexterity to perform data entry quickly and accurately
• Comfortable working with very tedious information with strong attention to detail
• Must have strong skills in Microsoft Office software, specifically Excel, and company programs
• Must be comfortable working on vendor websites with the ability to learn navigation of new sites
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to adjust to changing priorities
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings with minimal assistance
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with vendors and internal customers
• Must be able to deal with steady interruptions that include phone calls, emails, and employee questions
• Must have good organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple priorities

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School Diploma
• Minimum experience: At least one year of previous experience in a Project Manager role

Position works primarily in an office environment, which may be noisy and/or distracting. Occasional offsite meetings for presentation, training, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, Sitting, Walking: Must be able to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods
• Visual and Auditory Requirements: Must have the ability to see and hear within normal ranges, with or without corrective devices
• Environmental Conditions: Ability to work in various environmental conditions, such as hot, cold, or noisy environments
• Visual Requirements: Must have the ability to see and read computer screens and printed documents within normal ranges, with or without corrective devices
• Hearing and Speaking: Ability to hear and speak clearly for phone conversations and in-person communication

Benefits

Health and Wellness

• Medical coverage (employees may choose between two comprehensive plans)
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life insurance (company paid and supplemental)
• Short-term disability and long-term disability are 100% employer paid benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and/or dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly employer contribution
• Tel-a-Doc phone consultations

Financial Rewards

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with pre-tax and ROTH options along with employer matching
• Profit Sharing Plan
• College Savings - access to a 529 plan

Wellbeing

• Company values employees' time with family by typically honoring standard work hours
• Paid Time Off (employees receive paid time off and can purchase additional days each year)
• Paid Holidays (8 per year)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free counseling resources and work/life balance tools
• Annual on-site flu shot clinic
• Business casual work environment
• Volunteering opportunities
• Family outings and employee activities throughout the year
• Legal Services & Identity Theft benefits

Culture of Excellence

• Proven track record in providing outstanding customer service
• Named one of the "Best Places to Work in NC" for several years
• Scheduled company meetings
• ISO Certification
• Open door policy
• Company milestones celebrated
• Peer-to-peer recognition program (Essie Bucks)