Operations Project Manager

Freudenberg Group • Houston, TX

18d

About The Position

The Operations Project Manager will lead and execute facility and building expansion projects from planning through implementation and operational ramp-up. This role involves aligning facility layout, capacity, equipment, and infrastructure with business growth and operational requirements. The Project Manager will coordinate cross-functional teams, support the setup and scaling of local operational organizations, and serve as the primary interface between sales demand and production capabilities. Additionally, they will manage delivery programs across internal and external production sites, establish and stabilize local supply chains, and implement project governance to track performance and support leadership decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required
• 8–10 years of experience in operations, industrial projects, or program management within a manufacturing or supply chain environment
• Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional, and multi-site initiatives from planning through execution
• Strong understanding of facility expansion, capacity planning, and operational ramp-up processes
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in matrixed and global organizations
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence at all levels
• Strong project management capabilities with the ability to drive structure, manage ambiguity, and deliver results

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute facility and building expansion projects from planning through implementation and operational ramp-up
• Align facility layout, capacity, equipment, and infrastructure with business growth and operational requirements
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Sales, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and external partners to ensure successful project delivery
• Support the setup and scaling of local operational organizations, including defining roles, processes, and operating models
• Serve as the primary interface between sales demand and production capabilities, ensuring alignment on priorities and timelines
• Manage delivery programs across internal and external production sites, driving alignment on capacity, lead times, and execution risks
• Establish and stabilize local supply chains, including supplier onboarding, sourcing coordination, and material readiness
• Implement project governance, track performance metrics, identify risks, and provide clear updates to leadership to support decision-making

What This Job Offers

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