Manufacturing Project Manager

Ascentec Engineering LLC•Tualatin, OR

1d•$80,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ascentec Engineering is a rapidly growing precision manufacturing company specializing in high-quality products for world-class customers in aerospace, defense, and advanced technology markets. We pride ourselves on our commitment to customer focus, employee growth, trust & integrity, operational excellence, and acting like an owner. We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Project Manager to lead technical projects, new product introductions, and manufacturing system implementations. This role requires a unique blend of project management expertise and hands-on manufacturing/engineering knowledge to successfully coordinate complex projects in our precision production environment. This is a hands-on technical role requiring shop floor presence and direct interaction with production teams, engineering, and quality personnel. You will manage projects ranging from new product launches to capital equipment installations, working in both office and production environments. This position is onsite (not remote/not hybrid) and not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related technical field) - Required
Minimum 3 years of project management experience in precision manufacturing of physical technical products - specifically managing projects in production environments (not software/IT projects)
Proven track record of managing projects with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment
Direct experience working on the shop floor and interfacing with production personnel, machinists, and quality technicians
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and engineering specifications including dimensions, tolerances, and geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T)
Hands-on understanding of manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, fabrication, assembly, or similar production operations
Experience with ERP systems in manufacturing context - Epicor strongly preferred; SAP, Oracle, JDE, or other manufacturing ERP acceptable
Knowledge of manufacturing BOMs, routing sheets, work instructions, and production documentation
Understanding of quality systems and manufacturing standards (ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar preferred)
Familiarity with both agile and traditional project management methodologies applied to manufacturing projects

Nice To Haves

PMP (Project Management Professional) or CAPM certification - strongly preferred
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Experience in aerospace, defense, or ITAR-regulated manufacturing environments
Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, First Article Inspection (FAI), or similar quality processes
Experience with manufacturing automation or advanced manufacturing technologies
Previous experience with Epicor ERP system
Background in CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, or precision assembly operations

Responsibilities

Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of manufacturing technical projects, ensuring they meet established timeframes, specifications, and budgets
Lead new product introduction (NPI) projects from design review through production launch, coordinating cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, quality, production)
Manage capital equipment and manufacturing system implementation projects
Coordinate and lead project meetings to ensure clear communication of project statuses, milestones, and expectations across all stakeholders
Implement project management best practices using tools like MS Project to track progress, manage resources, and report metrics
Facilitate collaboration across functional teams to ensure alignment and efficient execution of project objectives
Develop product configurations and manufacturing methods utilizing Epicor ERP system
Analyze technical drawings, design models, and sketches to determine dimensions and configuration related to shop processes, customer specifications, and machine capabilities
Work directly with production personnel to resolve manufacturing challenges and implement process improvements
Coordinate with manufacturing engineering on tooling, fixtures, and process development
Manage the scope of projects, including overseeing the change request process through ECO/ECN procedures
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks proactively throughout project lifecycle
Manage engineering changes and their impact on production schedules, tooling, and materials
Develop contingency plans and alternative approaches when technical or production challenges arise
Track and report project risks, issues, and dependencies to stakeholders