Production Project Manager - Beauty

Outform Group • Union City, CA

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About The Position

The Production Project Manager
is responsible for
managing retail display and packaging projects from development through production and final delivery. This role oversees domestic and international manufacturing partners, coordinates schedules and budgets, supports prototyping and engineering change documentation, and ensures quality and design integrity throughout the production lifecycle. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, technical manufacturing knowledge, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a
fast paced,
deadline driven
environment.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years experience in a POP or manufacturing organization
• Proven experience managing production projects for retail displays and/or packaging
• Experience coordinating domestic and international production and shipping
• Ability to read and interpret Engineering Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience working within ERP systems (Microsoft D365 preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes including (preferred but not required): Corrugated packaging
• Printing
• Vacuum forming
• Plastic fabrication
• Wood fabrication
• Metal fabrication
• Finishing processes such as painting and powder coating

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of assigned projects to ensure on-time and accurate delivery of orders
• Follow up on status for domestic and international production with manufacturing vendors
• Generate manufacturing orders and prepare projects for production readiness
• Support project development efforts, including feasibility reviews and material considerations
• Assist with prototype builds and document engineering changes
• Document engineering and production issues and support corrective actions
• Support packaging submissions, including design review and drop testing coordination
• Utilize Microsoft D365 ERP to enter project BOMs, create purchase orders and support production planning
• Review and approve proofs, dielines, and first article/
• Identify, document, and communicate potential quality concerns
• Ensure projects remain within approved budgets and timelines
• Maintain design integrity and quality standards throughout production
• Submit instruction sheets requests and provide supporting documentation
• support shipping logistics coordination and identify any special shipping requirements
• Work with line leads to approve first articles and finished goods pack outs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees