Operations Project Manager

Job Description

Join our team in this unique role where you will be a key player in improving daily plant operations. This position is responsible for supporting manufacturing operations with a focus on managing projects with efficiency and quality, ensuring the smooth coordination of routine activities.

Reports to : Director of Operations

Key Responsibilities:

• Project management (Scheduling, Purchasing, and Inventory Control & Planning)
• Identify, organize, and lead teams to resolve production and product issues
• Train and supervise team members as needed
• Support process improvement to increase quality and efficiency
Identify and implement cost savings initiatives

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or two to four years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of degree

What you need:

• 5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Strong project management skills
• ERP/MRP software experience (scheduling, purchasing and inventory).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; Spanish speaking is a plus. Ability to build strong relationships
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

• Ability to supervise and support team members

Bonus Points if you have:

• Problem-solving skills
Knowledge of lean manufacturing

Technology:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic knowledge of:

• Manufacturing Software
• Spreadsheet and word processing software
• Project management software
• Inventory Software
Order Processing Systems

Travel Requirements:

Some travel is expected in this position when necessary (visits to material suppliers, industry trade show, customer or for offsite training)

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, walking, climbing and stooping
This position requires the ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Bonus Eligibility
• 401k savings plan with company match upon eligible
Paid time off

Location : Full time on site in Lakewood, NJ. Remote or Hybrid work environment is not available.

Kindly note : Applicants for employment must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.