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Zeus · 1 month ago

Sr. Industrial Engineering Project Manager

Columbia, SC

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Zeus Industrial Products is the world’s leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator. The Sr. Industrial Engineering Project Manager will lead projects to optimize and standardize business processes, collaborating with various teams to ensure efficient manufacturing operations.

ManufacturingPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Lead and manage large-scale industrial engineering projects across multiple manufacturing sites or business functions

Analyze production processes, workflows, and layouts to identify opportunities for improvement

Assess current processes, identify gaps, and lead efforts to take corrective action

Develop and implement lean manufacturing strategies, Six Sigma initiatives, and continuous improvement programs

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, supply chain, quality, IT, and finance to align initiatives with business objectives

Create detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations

Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of milestones

Prepare and present reports, dashboards, and executive updates on project status and outcomes

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of best practices and standards

Provide technical leadership in troubleshooting and root cause analysis

Drive continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, OEE, etc.)

Ensure compliance with ISO, AS, TS, FDA, and other regulatory standards

Qualification

Industrial EngineeringLean ManufacturingSix SigmaProject ManagementData AnalysisERP SystemsRegulatory ComplianceStakeholder ManagementRoot Cause AnalysisContinuous ImprovementBudgetingCommunication SkillsLeadership SkillsMentoringProblem Solving

Required

Minimum Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering field

7+ years of experience in industrial/mechanical engineering

Demonstrated experience within a project management role

Proven track record of leading successful manufacturing or process improvement projects

Demonstrated experience in LEAN, Six Sigma, CAPA, SPC, and other problems solving methods

Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet) and data analysis software (e.g., Excel, Minitab)

Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems (SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, Epicor, etc.)

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Demonstrated ability to lead within a complex, manufacturing facility including manufacturing operations, planning, budgeting, and continuous improvement

Preferred

Master's degree

Demonstrated capability to operate within a highly technical, regulated environment (FDA, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, TS 16949, GMP, or other relevant experience preferred)

PMP or Lean Six Sigma certification strongly desired