Project Manager - Factory of the Future

Terex Corporation•Moses Lake, WA

16h•$100,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an accomplished Project Manager to drive the development and deployment of new production lines at our Moses Lake facility. This position plays a pivotal role in advancing our Factory of the Future (FoF) initiatives, emphasizing automation, operational flexibility, and strategic collaboration with partners such as Invio Automation. Serving as the primary point of contact between our manufacturing site and external engineering firms, technology providers, and consultants, you will oversee the delivery of modernization, automation, and digital transformation projects. This is an exceptional opportunity to influence the evolution of manufacturing at our flagship location. What you'll do External Collaboration: Serve as the primary point of contact with external automation and tooling partners, engineering firms, and technology providers, ensuring alignment on design, timelines, and deliverables. Project Leadership: Manage end-to-end project execution—from concept through commissioning—for new production lines and major automation solutions. Design Review & Approval: Coordinate design reviews with vendors and internal stakeholders; ensure all tooling and equipment meet operational and safety standards. Schedule & Budget Management: Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans. Track milestones and proactively address risks or deviations. Factory of the Future Alignment: Ensure all project activities support FoF goals: increased capacity flexibility, reduced reliance on direct labor, and improved quality and safety. Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, IT, maintenance, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless project integration. Technology Integration: Support the design and deployment of advanced manufacturing technologies such as automation, robotics, data analytics, and MES integration. Change Management: Partner with leadership and operations teams to drive adoption of new systems and processes, ensuring workforce readiness and sustainability. Performance Tracking: Establish KPIs and reporting mechanisms to measure project performance and operational improvements (e.g., on-time, on-budget delivery, automation rate, labor reduction). Stakeholder Communication: Provide regular updates to leadership and cross-functional teams. Facilitate decision-making and issue resolution. Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate records of project scope, changes, approvals. Ensure all projects adhere to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or related field (ABET-accredited preferred).
5+ years of project management experience in manufacturing, industrial automation, or engineering environments.
Proven success managing vendor relationships and cross-functional teams on complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
Strong understanding of manufacturing systems, automation technologies, and lean principles.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
Proficiency with project management tools and digital collaboration platforms.
Ability to work on-site in Moses Lake and travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

PMP or equivalent project management certification.
Experience with capital investment projects ($10M+) and CapEx planning.
Background in working with automation vendors
Experience in heavy equipment or large-scale manufacturing industries.
Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
Background in managing capital projects or plant modernization initiatives.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact with external automation and tooling partners, engineering firms, and technology providers, ensuring alignment on design, timelines, and deliverables.
Manage end-to-end project execution—from concept through commissioning—for new production lines and major automation solutions.
Coordinate design reviews with vendors and internal stakeholders; ensure all tooling and equipment meet operational and safety standards.
Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans. Track milestones and proactively address risks or deviations.
Ensure all project activities support FoF goals: increased capacity flexibility, reduced reliance on direct labor, and improved quality and safety.
Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, IT, maintenance, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless project integration.
Support the design and deployment of advanced manufacturing technologies such as automation, robotics, data analytics, and MES integration.
Partner with leadership and operations teams to drive adoption of new systems and processes, ensuring workforce readiness and sustainability.
Establish KPIs and reporting mechanisms to measure project performance and operational improvements (e.g., on-time, on-budget delivery, automation rate, labor reduction).
Provide regular updates to leadership and cross-functional teams. Facilitate decision-making and issue resolution.
Maintain accurate records of project scope, changes, approvals. Ensure all projects adhere to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.