Talnt · 1 day ago
Manufacturing Project Manager
Rothschild, WI, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelTalnt is seeking a Manufacturing Project Manager to lead cross-functional manufacturing and engineering initiatives from concept through production launch. This role involves ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to defined quality standards while coordinating new product introduction and process development.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional manufacturing and engineering projects from concept through production launch using APQP and structured project management methodologies
Develop, manage, and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, dependencies, risks, and critical paths
Define and validate technical, manufacturing, capacity, and resource requirements to ensure production readiness
Develop and implement process plans for new products, including bills of materials, routings, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation
Create, review, and maintain internal production drawings using CAD tools and communicate clear requirements to manufacturing teams
Manage and execute engineering change orders and change requests throughout the project lifecycle
Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to resolve inspection, verification, and manufacturability issues, including meeting customer PPAP requirements
Resolve discrepancies related to drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements that impact cost, quality, or delivery
Communicate project status, scope, milestones, and risks to stakeholders, sponsors, and cross-functional teams
Support continuous improvement of project management standards, tools, and best practices across manufacturing operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Proven experience managing manufacturing or engineering projects within a production environment
Strong working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, change management, and core manufacturing processes
Proficiency with CAD software and project management tools used in manufacturing settings
Experience developing bills of materials, routings, and production documentation
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Preferred
Experience supporting new product introduction, production launches, or process improvement initiatives
Background in metal fabrication, complex manufacturing, or engineered-to-order environments
Experience working with external suppliers, customers, or contract manufacturing partners
Demonstrated ability to mentor or support team members in project management or manufacturing best practices
Company
Talnt
Talnt uses AI and automation to identify and qualify candidates quickly.
Founded in 2024
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Emmet Nitto
Founder
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