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ERG · 3 weeks ago

Manufacturing Project Manager

Indian Head, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$100K/yr - $165K/yr

10+ years exp

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. The Manufacturing Project Manager will lead projects within manufacturing operations, collaborating with various teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and budget, while focusing on continuous improvement.

ConsultingEnvironmental ConsultingHealth CareInformation TechnologyPublic Safety

Culture & Values

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end planning, execution, and closure of manufacturing projects (e.g., new product introductions, process improvements, equipment installations, capacity expansions)

Develop and manage detailed project schedules in Microsoft Project, including milestones, dependencies, resource loading, and critical path

Coordinate and lead cross-functional project teams (manufacturing, engineering, operations, supply chain, quality) across multiple production lines to deliver on scope, timing, and budget

Identify, track, and mitigate project risks and issues, and manage changes to scope, schedule, and resources as needed

Partner with supply chain and vendors to align materials, equipment, and services with project timelines and requirements

Prepare and deliver concise project status updates, dashboards, and reports for stakeholders and senior leadership

Qualification

Microsoft ProjectManufacturing ProcessesProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsCross-functional LeadershipProblem-solvingPMP CertificationSix Sigma CertificationCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, or equivalent job experience

10+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment (e.g., production, process engineering, or operations)

5 years of project management experience leading cross-functional projects in a manufacturing setting

Advanced expertise in Microsoft Project, with the ability to develop, manage, and troubleshoot complex projects, including scheduling dependencies, resource delegation, critical path analysis, task sheets, and Gantt charts, is required

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, workflows, and metrics

Solid analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions

Strong communication skills with the ability to influence, align, and collaborate across multiple levels and functions

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to shifting priorities

Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance

Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations