07FS - FS Sales - PRO - PROJECT MANAGER

TITLE: Project Manager

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing projects from initiation through completion. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget while maintaining strong communication across departments and stakeholders. The Project Manager leads cross-functional teams, manages timelines and resources, identifies risks, and drives accountability to achieve business objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Operations, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and flexibility to meet business demands.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools (Gantt charts, PM software, KPIs).
• Minimum 3-7 years of project management experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, product development, or related environments preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and reporting.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a results-driven mindset.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Must adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Define project scope, goals, success criteria, and resource requirements.
• Track project progress and proactively resolve issues impacting timelines or budgets.
• Conduct regular project meetings and provide status updates to stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Product Development, and Finance.
• Ensure alignment across departments regarding responsibilities and deadlines.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project budgets, resource usage, and cost controls.
• Maintain accurate project documentation including changes, approvals, and reports.
• Prepare executive summaries outlining progress, risks, and next steps.
• Ensure proper project closure and post-project evaluation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

• Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout office and manufacturing environments as needed.
• Ability to work extended hours, overtime, weekends, or holidays as required by project deadlines.
• Ability to manage high mental workload, multitasking, and time-sensitive deliverables.
• Occasional travel may be required based on project needs.

OTHER CERTIFICATION / TRAINING REQUIRED TO GAIN FUNCTION-RELATED TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE:

• PMP or CAPM certification is strongly preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Yellow, Green, or Black Belt) a plus.
• HACCP, cGMP, or Quality/Regulatory training beneficial.

Inteplast Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at applicantaccommodation@inteplast.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information, about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, view the EEO - Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.