Project Manager - Manufacturing Plant Closures

Project Manager - Manufacturing Plant Closures

Posted 1 week ago by 1755852870

Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA

Summary: The role of Project Manager focuses on overseeing the closure and merging of manufacturing plants, requiring extensive experience in the manufacturing industry, particularly in managing mergers and acquisitions. The candidate will lead the entire process of shutting down facilities, ensuring compliance with safety, budget, and timeline objectives. Key responsibilities include managing project budgets, coordinating teams, and communicating with stakeholders. The position is remote and requires a polished professional with a strong background in project management methodologies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the planning, execution, and closing of manufacturing projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and project goals
  • Collaborate with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to define project scope, milestones, and deliverables
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources while mitigating risks and addressing issues proactively
  • Implement and oversee project management best practices, including Agile and Lean methodologies, to enhance efficiency and productivity
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement by analyzing project performance and implementing lessons learned for future initiatives
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, providing regular project updates and facilitating effective communication

Key Skills:

  • 8+ years of experience in project management within the manufacturing sector, with a proven track record of managing complex projects
  • Expertise in project management methodologies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams
  • PMP Certified
  • Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing
  • Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and manufacturing execution systems (MES)

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

NO SPONSORSHIP

PROJECT MANAGER - Manufacturing Plant both closing and merging

Rate: Open C2C

LOCATION: REMOTE

DURATION: 6-12 MONTH

Looking for a polished Project Manager specializing in plant closures, facility closure experience. You will have manufacturing industry experience, merger and acquisitions, moving production facilities. Need people who have worked in large manufacturing company project managing over mergers.

You will lead the complete process of shitting down a manufacturing facility, including planning, executing and closing the project, while ensuring compliance with safety, budget and timeline objectives. Key responsibilities include managing the project budget, coordinating teams, communicating with stakeholders, identifying and mitigating risks, overseeing the safe dismantling and disposal of equipment, and ensuring all closure activities align with company goals and regulatory requirements.

  • Lead the planning, execution, and closing of manufacturing projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and project goals
  • Collaborate with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to define project scope, milestones, and deliverables
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources while mitigating risks and addressing issues proactively
  • Implement and oversee project management best practices, including Agile and Lean methodologies, to enhance efficiency and productivity
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement by analyzing project performance and implementing lessons learned for future initiatives
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, providing regular project updates and facilitating effective communication

Required:

  • 8+ years of experience in project management within the manufacturing sector, with a proven track record of managing complex projects
  • Expertise in project management methodologies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams
  • PMP Certified

Preferred:

  • Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing
  • Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and manufacturing execution systems (MES)