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Project Manager

Jobot
Galesburg, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026
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Job details:
Stable global manufacturer, excellent benefits, and the chance to lead high-visibility food equipment projects from kickoff through start-up.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Andrew Kraig
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Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year


A bit about us:

Founded over 70 years ago,we are a global manufacturer of industrial food processing and packaging equipment. We design and build customized systems used by major food producers, and we are known for delivering highly engineered equipment, long-term stability, and strong support throughout the full project lifecycle from concept through installation and start-up.


Why join us?
  • Competitive Compensation: Excellent base salary (DOE)
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays, PTO, Sick Time, and Birthday Off
  • Stable, Global Manufacturer with Long-Term Growth
  • Collaborative Work Environment with Cross-Functional Exposure
  • Travel Opportunity: Approximately 10%–20%


Job Details

Key Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Manage projects from quote review through shipment, installation, and closeout
  • Review specs, purchase orders, guarantees, and project costs to identify issues early
  • Maintain project schedules, sales orders, and updates in SAP and Microsoft Project
  • Coordinate outside vendors for specialized equipment, pricing, schedules, and approvals
  • Track projects through engineering, manufacturing, testing, shipping, and start-up
  • Communicate status updates internally and with customers throughout the project lifecycle
  • Manage scope changes, punch lists, warranty support, and project closeout analysis
You should have most of the following:
  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering
  • 5 years of project management experience in the food industry
  • Background working with industrial equipment, machinery, or processing systems
  • Experience with SAP, Microsoft Project, Excel, and related project tools
  • Ability to read mechanical assembly, layout, and electrical drawings
  • Strong vendor coordination, cost tracking, and customer communication skills
  • Able to travel 10%–20%; bilingual is a plus

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