Manufacturing Project Manager

Atc Automation•Simi Valley, CA

4d•$90,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

We're looking for a Manufacturing Project Manager to join our team in Simi Valley, CA! The Manufacturing Project Manager is responsible for leading, planning, and monitoring all project activities-from small R D efforts to large, complex production systems. This role collaborates closely with Engineering, Production, and Procurement teams to ensure delivery of fully integrated, high-performance automation solutions. Offering a competitive salary range of $90,000 to $125,000, this position provides both professional and personal growth opportunities in an innovative, fast-paced environment. This role requires a manufacturing-focused project manager, not an IT project manager. Please review the full job description before applying. If this opportunity aligns with your background and goals, we encourage you to apply and join our team. You will also receive a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, and Paid Time Off. If you are passionate about managing automation projects and motivated to deliver measurable results, this role offers an excellent platform to showcase your leadership. Who We Are Since 1977, ATC has been redefining what's possible in custom automation. From concept to commissioning, we partner with leading brands across the globe to design and deliver custom machinery that drives efficiency, precision, and long-term performance. Our automation expertise spans critical industries that shape the way we live and move-Life Science, Transportation, Consumer Products, and General Industry. How You Will Make an Impact Coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure schedules, requirements, and budgets are met Identify project issues, facilitate resolution, and track corrective actions Manage customer relationships including acceptance testing, satisfaction, change orders, and ongoing communication Prepare and deliver project reports such as status updates, schedules, action items, and resource utilization Collaborate with Engineers to address ECOs, NCRs, and technical challenges Develop and maintain project management processes, procedures, and documentation Lead post-project reviews with stakeholders to capture lessons learned Track, analyze, and act on key project performance metrics Document and distribute meeting minutes and project communications

Requirements

2+ years of experience in a Project Management role
Strong background using formal project management methodologies
Experience leading interdisciplinary project teams
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Highly organized with strong documentation and note-taking abilities
Broad understanding of engineering and manufacturing processes
Customer-facing experience with the ability to manage relationships and expectations

Nice To Haves

Project management experience in custom automation or machine-building environments
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
PMP Certification
Familiarity with controls and software concepts
5+ years of Project Management experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Project and Project PWA

Responsibilities

Coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure schedules, requirements, and budgets are met
Identify project issues, facilitate resolution, and track corrective actions
Manage customer relationships including acceptance testing, satisfaction, change orders, and ongoing communication
Prepare and deliver project reports such as status updates, schedules, action items, and resource utilization
Collaborate with Engineers to address ECOs, NCRs, and technical challenges
Develop and maintain project management processes, procedures, and documentation
Lead post-project reviews with stakeholders to capture lessons learned
Track, analyze, and act on key project performance metrics
Document and distribute meeting minutes and project communications