Project Manager - TAUNTON, MA

Harpak-Ulma Packaging • Taunton, MA

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About The Position

Are you ready to lead high-impact packaging equipment projects from concept to completion? Join a dynamic team where your engineering expertise, project management skills, and customer-first mindset will drive success across North America and Europe.

We’re looking for a Capital Equipment Project Manager who thrives on complexity, owns every phase of the project lifecycle, and knows how to keep things moving—on time, on budget, and beyond expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• 3–5 years of hands-on project management experience.
• Proven success managing complex capital equipment projects.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with packaging machinery in food or medical device industries is a big plus.
• Bonus points for working with European-based companies or multilingual teams.

Responsibilities

• Own the Full Project Lifecycle: From definition and engineering to installation and closure, you’ll manage packaging systems valued at $500K–$3M.
• Be the Client’s Go-To Expert: Lead communications, align expectations, and build lasting relationships.
• Coordinate Across Borders: Work with suppliers and teams in North America and Europe, navigating cultural nuances with diplomacy.
• Solve Real-World Challenges: Tackle mechanical, electrical, controls, and safety issues with the support of subject matter experts.
• Lead with Confidence: Run kick-off meetings, engineering reviews, Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs).
• Drive Results: Ensure quality, timelines, and budgets are met while managing procurement, resources, and risks.

What This Job Offers

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