Associate Project Manager

Dorman Products • Hatfield Township, PA

3d • $68,700 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Dorman Products is seeking an Associate Project Manager to support execution of new product development initiatives in Colmar, Pennsylvania. This role is suited to someone early in their project management career who wants to build foundational experience in product development. The Associate Project Manager works cross-functionally to help deliver new product launches, smaller-scale initiatives, and key projects on time and within scope. This is a hands-on, collaborative onsite role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in coordination or project support roles; internships are included.
• Experience in manufacturing, automotive, or consumer product environments.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across functions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to lift 20–50 pounds as required for sample handling.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with project tracking tools such as Smartsheet, Jira, and Monday.com.
• Exposure to ERP or PLM systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Windchill.
• Basic understanding of product lifecycle processes.
• PMP or CAPM certification, or interest in pursuing one.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of product development initiatives, including leading smaller-scale initiatives from start to finish.
• Track project milestones, update schedules, and maintain clear timelines.
• Prepare project documentation, status reports, and meeting materials.
• Lead recurring team meetings and share project updates and recommendations.
• Coordinate tasks with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Marketing teams.
• Monitor project risks and communicate potential delays, bottlenecks, or issues to the Senior Project Manager or Project Manager.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date project data in Monday.com.
• Support data and analytics needs, including building and maintaining project dashboards and reports.
• Facilitate communication across departments to support project alignment and delivery.
• Support continuous improvement in project workflows and team collaboration.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Senior Project Manager or Project Manager.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life insurance
• Paid time off for sick leave and vacation
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays and floating holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and profit-sharing
• Discounted employee stock purchase plan
• Bonus eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level