Project Manager I

Penn United Technologies, Inc.•Jefferson Township, PA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Penn United Technologies is hiring a Project Manager I for its Production Operations team. The role serves as a liaison between manufacturing and customers and manages projects through their full life cycle, from validation and approval through communication and product delivery. The Project Manager works with operations, engineering/prototype, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and customers, while managing customer service and project cost and schedule commitments. The role supports a variety of industries and requires learning relevant industry regulations as they relate to Penn United’s manufacturing processes. Work hours are primarily daylight; support for other shifts and occasional travel for supplier or customer visits may be needed.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in project management and customer relations.
Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred in process engineering, business management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Ability to integrate knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials, company capabilities, and customer needs.
Ability to lead and manage people, schedules, and multiple projects.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, project management, and supply chain.
Solid understanding and applied experience with lean manufacturing concepts.
Ability to quickly learn and effectively use required computer software.
Strong organizational skills, self-motivation, and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to relate to colleagues at various skill levels.
Commitment to team development and product and service excellence.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned project activities and coordinate with operations, engineering/prototype, manufacturing, and quality.
Serve as the primary project contact.
Manage the full project life cycle, from validation and approval through communication and product delivery.
Perform contract review duties for assigned customers.
Maintain daily customer contact through customer portals, email, phone, and other channels.
Research suppliers and communicate with them to solve problems.
Keep the team focused on project goals and coordinate follow-through on internal improvements and customer commitments.
Develop estimation models and project costs and budgets.
Apply lean manufacturing principles throughout projects.
Review estimated job costs against actual costs and work with group leadership as needed.
Manage customer service functions, including responding promptly to inquiries and complaints.
Manage customer portals across project scope, specifications, and product shipping.
Communicate project status to customers.
Learn applicable industry regulations related to Penn United’s manufacturing processes.

Benefits

Competitive pay and starting wage.
Opportunity for two pay increases during the first year.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage beginning on the first day.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Hearing aid coverage.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 7% company-paid contribution.
401(k) with a 3% company-paid contribution and a 50% company match up to the first 6% contributed.
Monthly profit-sharing program.
15 days of paid time off during the first year.
9 paid holidays.
Group term life insurance.
Short-term disability insurance.
Long-term disability insurance after 6 months.
Voluntary benefits package.
On-site company cafeteria.
Temperature-controlled facilities.
Tuition reimbursement.
Years of service recognition awards.