What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Winchester Ammunition?
Title: Project Manager
Location: Independence, MO
Salary: $106,800 - $138,000
Schedule: 980 schedule
Focus: The Project Manager is responsible for proposing, planning, executing, and finalizing large, complex projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Manager will also define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.
Project Manager Essential Job Functions:
Rooted in our corporate values , Olin continues to be the global leader in both ammunition and chemical manufacturing. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities.
View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package
Olin fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are encouraged to join or lead our Olin People Networks. These voluntary groups connect employees across sites, divisions and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement.
Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Location: Independence, MO
Salary: $106,800 - $138,000
Schedule: 980 schedule
Focus: The Project Manager is responsible for proposing, planning, executing, and finalizing large, complex projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Manager will also define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.
Project Manager Essential Job Functions:
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including defining the project scope, objectives, deliverables, cost proposals, and timelines.
- Accurately forecast project costs both as part of the proposal process and during regular financial forecasting activities.
- Allocate resources efficiently, ensuring the right team members are assigned to tasks, and manage budgets to keep projects within financial constraints.
- Serve as the main point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates, managing expectations, and addressing concerns to ensure alignment and satisfaction.
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to address them, ensuring projects stay on track despite challenges.
- Monitor project progress and performance, implementing quality control measures to ensure deliverables meet the required standards and specifications.
- Bachelor’s degree* in an Engineering, Technical, or Business related field.
- 5 years recent relevant experience.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
- Experience working in a small or medium caliber ammunition manufacturing facility preferred
- Prior work with USG or Department of Defense customers preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of preparing financial statements and or project proposals.
- Some travel may be required, less than 10%.
- Must possess a valid US driver's license
- This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
- This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.
- This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies. The US Government does not allow non-US citizens on-site at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant. Therefore, to be considered in the hiring process, the candidate must be a US citizen.
Rooted in our corporate values , Olin continues to be the global leader in both ammunition and chemical manufacturing. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities.
View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package
Olin fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are encouraged to join or lead our Olin People Networks. These voluntary groups connect employees across sites, divisions and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement.
- Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.
Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Salary : $106,800 - $138,000