What are the responsibilities and job description for the Valdosta, GA - Onsite Project Manager - Customer Operations position at Kestrel Vision?
Tiama Americas is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead on-site project execution and continuous improvement at our customer’s Valdosta, GA plant. In this key role, you’ll act as our on-site representative—driving operational performance, coordinating technical teams, and ensuring projects meet our customers’ production and quality goals. This role blends hands-on operational leadership with strong project management skills. You’ll manage day-to-day technical support, implement process improvements, and maintain close communication with both the customer and Tiama’s internal teams.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and support Tiama technicians on-site to achieve project objectives and performance targets.
- Manage day-to-day operations, resolving issues quickly to keep production running smoothly.
- Implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and ensure consistency with Tiama standards.
- Oversee documentation for job setups, system changes, and tooling readiness.
- Monitor production schedules, proactively addressing risks or potential delays.
- Communicate project updates clearly to Tiama leadership and customer contacts.
- Build strong, professional relationships with customer teams while representing Tiama’s interests.
- Work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, industrial environment.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3–5 years of experience in project or operations management, ideally within manufacturing, automation, or capital equipment.
- Strong technical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret performance metrics and drive results.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; fluency in English required (Spanish a plus).
- PMP certification preferred.
Candidates must be local or able to reliably commute or relocate. This position requires regular on-site presence at the customer’s Valdosta, GA facility.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 401(k) & 401(k) matching
- Health Insurance
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Disability & Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
- HSA, FSA
- Annual Bonus
- Employee Assistance Program