Are you looking for a new career with a stable company who has been in business for over 120 years? Yazoo Mills is seeking a Project Manager to join our well-established and growing company in New Oxford, PA.

Yazoo Mills, Inc., is one of the nation’s leading, privately owned manufacturers of high-quality paper tubes and cores. We are a family-owned business and our employees are our family. Our culture inspires our employees to be innovative thinkers, problem solvers, and results driven.

Yazoo Mills offers:

• Competitive Wages.
• Comprehensive Benefits that include Health, Dental, 401(k), Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, 8 paid Holidays, Paid Time Off and more.
• Celebration of milestones and successes along with an occasional pop-up surprises to let our employees know we appreciate all of their hard work and dedication.
• Career Development by promoting from within and on-the-job training.

Workplace Values:
Our values are the driving force in how we think, act, and communicate. Yazoo Mills seeks employees who share these workplace values and demonstrate them on a daily basis.

1. Integrity – Doing the right thing.
2. Innovation – Being a problem solver.
3. Collaboration – Working together.
4. Quality – Having higher standards.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Project Coordinator contributes and supports the planning and execution of projects until completed. Responsibilities include project planning, administration, and documentation in an efficient and timely manner. Further, the project coordinator's responsibilities include monitoring project progress, following up with vendors and internal customers regarding project progress or delays, scheduling meetings, and maintaining project documents and reports. Finally, the project coordinator is responsible for promoting positive change through continuous improvement and participating in Operational Excellence (OE) inititives. The position will be located in our Hanover facility, but will travel and work out of both locations.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Contribute to the planning and development of project timelines.
2. Communicate with stakeholders regarding project needs, goals and progress.
3. Coordinate, manage and drive project progress to include tracking and reporting throughout to meet project deadlines..
4. Research information as required to understand all facets of the project.
5. Perform administrative tasks such as keeping calendars, making phone calls, sending emails, scheduling meetings, etc. to achieve best outcomes and meet company goals.
6. Complete any tasks assigned by supervision in an efficient and timely manner.

Project Involvement includes:

• Manufacturing process improvements
• New equipment & production line installs
• Equipment modifications & improvements
• Moving equipment
• Facility improvements, alterations & new construction

COMPETENCIES

• Highly organized and able to multitask.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Speak effectively in front of groups and to management.
• Work independently and as part of a team working cooperatively with other.
• Learn, organize, and prioritize work, recognize issues and then resolve them.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to policy and procedures.
• Be able and willing to travel between plants and project sites.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Project coordination experience or college degree required.
• Degree in project management, engineering or related field preferred.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Proficiency using computers and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred. 

Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 7am - 4 pm and is ON SITE.

Salary is based upon experience.