Project Manager - Manufacturing Engineering

Sonaca • Auburn, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Sonaca North America is a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. With 10 locations across North America, their engineering expertise and operational excellence set them apart. Since 1948, they have a proven track record of delivering high-quality, reliable, safe, and efficient products and services. The Project/Program Manager, reporting to the Program Management Organization (PMO) Manager, is responsible for achieving the objectives of assigned programs/projects, ensuring customer satisfaction while maintaining or exceeding targeted program financial profitability. The pay range for this position is $100k - $120K.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• 3-5 years of experience as a Program Manager, Bid Manager, Project Manager, Senior PMO, Lead Engineer, Key Account Manager in a manufacturing industry (e.g. Aerospace, Automotive, Naval, …)
• Demonstrated computer skills, especially Microsoft Office applications (Access, PowerPoint and Excel)
• An understanding of overall business operations, including financial implications of project results for revenue, expenses and profit margins.
• Proven experience of international Programs/Projects
• Ability to influence without authority to ensure project milestone completion
• Proven experience of leadership/followership out of formal hierarchical lines – you are a team player
• Knowledge of MS Project
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; ability to prioritize multiple projects/tasks simultaneously
• Communicate effectively at all levels of the company
• Must be organized and able to prioritize multiple projects/tasks simultaneously
• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Business, Engineering Management, or Industrial Engineering preferred
• Knowledge of Planview is a plus
• Positive attitude and the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned Program(s)/Project(s), develop and execute Program/Project Plans, identify and track deviations to the plans and undertake recovery actions
• Lead multi-functional PM team (Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, etc.), create a teamwork atmosphere and coach team members to enhance the highest level of collaboration and performance.
• Coordinate with Sales, Proposal and Production personnel whenever necessary.
• Depending on the Program/Project and to be agreed on with the PMO Manager: You may be the SPOC for the customer and manage the customer relationship
• Depending on the Program/Project and to be agreed on with the PMO Manager: You may ensure the 1st line contract management, identify deviation to the contract and negotiate the impacts with the customer
• Track key process indicators (KPIs) including: financial margin, On Time Delivery (OTD), OQD, etc.
• Provide monthly dashboard KPI updates to top management at the monthly Steering Committee.
• Provide weekly status and/or report to the project team and the PMO Manager at the weekly project reviews.
• Establish an (internal/external) network to effectively escalate/solve complex issues
• Contribute knowledge and experience to identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives as part of the PM system

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
• Competitive wages
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources
• Wellness program
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

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