Production Project Manager

RTC•Rolling Meadows, IL

1d•$61,746 - $93,855•Hybrid

About The Position

Participate in managing the manufacturing and deployment phases of Point of Purchase displays and fixture programs, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and per quality expectations by employing knowledge of manufacturing processes. Along with documenting key learnings from projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Business, Operations Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related Manufacturing degree or equivalent experience
2-3 years of experience in Project Management
Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
Ability to read engineering drawings
Very organized, able to handle the smallest details
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work with various teams throughout the organization

Nice To Haves

Experience using an ERP system preferred
Knowledge of MS Project

Responsibilities

Assess each project situation, determine actions to take, and ensure implementation of required actions.
Develop project plans as requested or work with Development Project Management to create project plans. Create and maintain Gantt charts and written communication regarding timing of requirements and tasks to Account Management and Development Project Management.
Complete in-depth assessment of risk for each project and maintain detailed knowledge regarding the status of all projects under their ownership.
Communicate to all related departments concerning requirements, tasks, completion dates, work in process, required samples, etc.
Seek out and retain up-to-date knowledge regarding the cost relationship between estimated costs and actual costs for all projects under their ownership (including, but not limited to materials, labor, engineering time, design time, and manufacturing engineering time).
Preserve and increase knowledge of manufacturing processes related to the POP industry.
Work with Sourcing, Purchasing, and global Project Management to ensure on-time deliveries of components and finished goods to RTC or directly to the customer.
Coordinate activities for and possibly travel to other RTC global facilities during the manufacture of displays or fixtures under their ownership. This can also include having regular communications outside of the normal business day (evenings or early mornings).
Execute all department-required documentation for projects under their ownership.
Maintain functional knowledge of the Project Management module of RTC’s MRP system. Also sustain working knowledge of other applicable areas within the MRP system.

Benefits

Hybrid schedule: at least two in-office days per week after onboarding
Medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield (options include 2 PPO plans and 1 HMO plan)
Dental insurance (offered through 2 PPO plans)
Access to BCBS Benefit Value Advisor and Member Rewards programs
Flexible Spending Accounts (for health and dependent care)
Commuter transit benefit
401(k) plan with 6% contribution and 3% company match, including a Roth option
Company-paid life insurance (3x salary, with the option to purchase additional coverage)
Company-paid short-term disability insurance (long-term disability optional)
16 days of PTO each year
9 paid holidays
Tuition assistance program
Early Fridays year-round (finish at 2:30 PM)
Volunteer Time Off (VTO) plus company-sponsored volunteer activities
PTO is encouraged for vacations and mental health breaks
Employee Assistance Program offering legal, financial, and counseling resources
Discounts on fitness center memberships for employees enrolled in Blue Cross plans
100% coverage for preventive care, including annual check-ups and screenings
Lactation rooms available for new mothers at the Rolling Meadows location
Annual on-site flu clinics in Romeoville and Rolling Meadows for employees and covered dependents (or covered through insurance if off-site)
Mentors with deep industry experience and management who will assist you in defining and realizing your short and long-term career goals
Variety of opportunities for training and advancement