What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Actalent?
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Plant Project Manager to oversee our plant’s capital project portfolio, conduct feasibility studies, and manage the introduction of new products and processes. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with OSHA VPP Star and PSM standards while leading safety projects and audits. This role is pivotal in driving cost reduction initiatives and process improvements, bridging operations, engineering, finance, and corporate leadership to align project priorities.
Responsibilities
- Manage the plant’s capital project portfolio (CapEx), including feasibility studies and new product/process introductions.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA VPP Star and PSM standards.
- Lead safety projects and audits to maintain a safe working environment.
- Drive cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.
- Collaborate with operations, engineering, finance, and corporate leadership to align project priorities.
- Extensive experience in operations management and project management.
- Proven ability to manage capital project portfolios (CapEx).
- Strong expertise in conducting feasibility studies and introducing new products/processes.
- Chemical Engineering degree.
- 8–10 years in chemical/process manufacturing leadership.
- Direct people leadership experience.
- Strong project management experience in manufacturing settings.
- Expertise in PSM and environmental compliance.
- Excellent management skills.
- Ability to effectively bridge operations, engineering, finance, and corporate leadership.
The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, involving cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of project priorities. The role requires adherence to safety and environmental standards, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and compliance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Spartanburg, SC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $190000.00/yr.
PTO/Holiday, 401K, Relocation Package
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Spartanburg,SC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $150,000 - $190,000
