What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Program Manager position at Grove Technical Resources, INC?
Job Title: Principal Business Process Project Management Specialist – Manufacturing Technology Platforms Team
Location: Rice Creek West, Fridley- Minnesota (4 days onsite mandatory)
Duration: 6 months
Type: W2 contract
We are seeking a Principal Program/Project Manager to lead execution of advanced manufacturing technology initiatives within a high-impact innovation team. This role drives end-to-end delivery of programs involving automation, machine vision, and computer vision systems, ensuring alignment across cross-functional engineering teams.
You will own project planning, execution, risk management, and stakeholder communication while maintaining strong PMO governance and visibility across multiple concurrent programs.
Key Skills (Must-Have)
Program/Project Management (7 years)
Manufacturing Engineering / Technology Platforms
Automation, Machine Vision, Computer Vision
Cross-functional Leadership (Matrix Environment)
PMO Processes & Governance
Risk Management & Issue Resolution
Tools: MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Azure DevOps
Core Responsibilities
Lead multiple manufacturing/clinical programs from concept to implementation
Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and dependencies
Drive execution across engineering, operations, and clinical teams
Track milestones, risks, and deliverables with clear reporting
Maintain dashboards, portfolio visibility, and executive updates
Ensure adherence to PMO standards and continuous improvement
Influence stakeholders and lead without direct authority