We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Project Manager to oversee and coordinate all aspects of projects from concept through production launch in a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for managing timelines, budgets, tooling, process development, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and company objectives.Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, suppliers, and internal teams regarding project scope, progress, and deliverables.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets; monitor progress and adjust resources as needed.Oversee tooling build, validation, and qualification activities
Coordinate with engineering, quality, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure smooth project execution and production readiness.Monitor and mitigate project risks, implementing corrective actions where necessary.
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) for cost, quality, and delivery.Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in project management processes Requirements
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
· 5+ years of project management experience in manufacturing, with at least 3 years in injection molding or plastics processing.
· Strong knowledge of injection molding processes, tooling, materials, and equipment.
· Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
· Proficiency in project management software (MS Project, Excel, Wrike, IQMS or equivalent).
· Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
· PMP certification or Lean Six Sigma background is a plus.
Core Competencies:
Strong organizational and time-management skillsCustomer-focused mindset with the ability to build strong relationships
Technical aptitude with the ability to interpret drawings, specificationsAnalytical thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving
Team-oriented with the ability to lead cross-functional groupsExperience with IQMS Delmia works is a plusBenefits
Standard Health, Dental, Vision Benefits.
Generous PTO.
401K Match.
Company sponsorship is NOT available for this opportunity!!
Numbers & Facts
Location
Rancho Cordova, California
Skills
Budget Managementunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Budgeting Softwareunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Corrective Actionunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
DELMIAunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Injection Moldingunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Lean Six Sigmaunmatched
Machine Toolunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Manufacturing Managementunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Projectunmatched
Molding Processesunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Performance Analysisunmatched
Performance Metricsunmatched
Plastic Injection Moldingunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Developmentunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Production Controlunmatched
Project Executionunmatched
Project Management Professional (PMP)unmatched
Project Management Softwareunmatched
Project Planningunmatched
Project Trackingunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Risk Managementunmatched
Safety Complianceunmatched
Six Sigma Certificationunmatched
Supply Chain Operationsunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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