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Project Manager – Operations Manufacturing Consultant
Location: North America (up to 90% travel)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Salary Bonus
Are you a seasoned operations leader ready to take the next big step? Do you want to work where your expertise directly drives measurable impact—not just PowerPoint slides? If you're energized by factory floors, thrive in high-stakes environments, and want to help clients solve real problems, this might be the role you've been looking for.
About Us
FTE Factory Advisors helps manufacturing and operational organizations unlock higher performance — boosting revenue, reducing costs, and driving compliance through people-first strategies. Our clients are decision-makers at the top of their industries, and they trust us to deliver lasting impact.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a Project Manager—someone with experience, drive, and leadership presence to guide operational improvement projects from start to finish. In this role, you’ll lead on-site client engagements across North America, working directly with client leadership and internal teams to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and deliver measurable, lasting results. This is a high-impact position ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, understands industrial operations, and wants to be part of a firm that values action, not just analysis.
You'll serve as both a trusted advisor and a hands-on leader—bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to every engagement.
What You Will Do
- Lead end-to-end client engagements—from scoping and planning to execution and delivery—ensuring alignment with objectives, timelines, and KPIs
- Apply Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies to analyze operations and deliver measurable, lasting results
- Manage project budgets, resource allocations, and deliverables while providing hands-on support where needed
- Coach client teams to build capability and sustain performance improvements
- Identify and pursue opportunities to expand FTE’s value—whether through AI applications, follow-on work, or enhanced client strategies
- Strengthen internal firm capabilities by developing tools, mentoring team members, and supporting hiring and onboarding initiatives
What You Bring
- 10 years in a management role within manufacturing or industrial operations
- Deep expertise in areas such as Manufacturing Engineering, Process Improvement, Factory Operations, or Supply Chain
- Proven track record applying Lean Manufacturing principles to lead successful transformation initiatives
- Strong project leadership experience managing scope, budget, timelines, and cross-functional teams
- Demonstrates executive presence with strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and a solutions-oriented mindset
- Self-directed, adaptable, and aligned with FTE’s values; brings attention to detail, tech curiosity, and openness to AI-driven problem-solving
- Interest in AI and digital tools to enhance consulting delivery and impact
- Willingness to travel up to 90% (minimum 18 days per month) to client sites across North America
- Prior Consulting experience
Bonus Points If You Have
- Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other CI certifications
- Strong problem-solving and analytical coaching
- Ability to lead without positional authority and influence change at all levels
- Familiarity with AI or data tools used in operational analysis
Why Join FTE
- Be part of a tight-knit, high-performing team that values results over red tape
- Work alongside experts with decades of real-world experience
- Gain exposure to multiple industries, clients, and challenges
- Contribute to a growing firm with a modern mindset
- Competitive compensation and benefits package