Manufacturing Project Manager

ANDRITZ AG•Ruston, LA

About The Position

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in. Brief Description The Project Manager’s responsibility is to plan, monitor, and execute project requirements to ensure a successful outcome. The goal is to attain the highest quality product while maximizing overall budget health & profitability. This involves extensive collaboration with cross-departmental project stakeholders to prioritize tasks, mitigate risks, prevent roadblocks, and resolve issues as they arise.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED
3+ years of project coordination/administration/management
Experience working in a manufacturing environment
Strong mathematical ability
Knowledge of steel and equipment manufacturing, construction, and installation
Knowledge and skill to work off technical drawings, adjust and/or obtain clarification from the engineering department and/or customers
Strong computer skills (MS Office, Excel, Word, Project, CAD)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent decision making and problem-solving skills
Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with a diverse population
Ability to thrive in a stressful, ever-changing environment
Demonstrate a solutions-oriented approach to overcome challenges
Majority of work is performed in an office environment; occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, forklifts, and electricity when in the manufacturing areas; noise level is usually low in the office and moderate to high in the manufacturing areas
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; must have good close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus; ability to sit for long periods of time, bend, stoop, crouch, walk, use hands and arms to reach for objects and carry files, climb or balance, and speak and hear

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction
Heavy industrial experience

Responsibilities

Responsible for managing and coordinating all project-related activities including but not limited to customer communication, processing of paperwork, scheduling, reviewing technical drawings, supplier parts, freight, and recordkeeping of overall project progress and health
Coordinate directly and indirectly with engineering, manufacturing, and installation staff to ensure successful completion of the project
Ensure the success of the project in meeting all established goals
Work with sales, estimating, scheduling, purchasing, manufacturing, installation, and accounting departments to meet the criteria described on project scope and scheduling forms
Evaluate offers for materials and sub-suppliers with the purchasing department based on costing changes, additions, and site requirements
Work with and help coordinate job site workflow through construction managers, superintendents, and foremen
Lead meetings for the operational and technical aspects of each project based on agreed timelines, specifications, and work plans
Keep accurate and detailed records of work hours and expenses for multiple projects
Prepare and deliver daily/weekly reports as needed
Schedule, track, and communicate project deliverables to all necessary parties
Communicate extensively with shop supervisors to increase product knowledge and production status; report project progress and communicate relevant information to superiors
Embody, demonstrate, and reinforce the #1ANDRITZway core values and behaviors and promote a positive work environment
Other duties as assigned