Shop Project Manager - US Bellows

US Bellows Inc•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shop Project Manager coordinates projects across Engineering, Operations, Purchasing, Planning, and Production to ensure accurate planning, effective scheduling, and on-time delivery for US Bellows. This role serves as the primary connection point between departments, ensuring information flows clearly and accurately from engineering release through fabrication and shipment. This position requires strong attention to detail, frequent in-depth communication with Engineering and Operations, and the ability to use data, scheduling tools, and purchasing systems to proactively manage shop priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
Basic knowledge of supply chain operations and production scheduling.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools (e.g., Power BI or equivalent).
High level of organization and attention to detail.
Ability to lift and move materials as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience with manufacturing scheduling or ERP systems.
Data visualization and reporting experience.
Power BI experience a plus.
Background in operations, planning, project coordination, or industrial engineering.

Responsibilities

Serve as the central point of contact connecting Engineering, Operations, Purchasing, Planning, and the shop floor.
Coordinate projects from engineering release through production and delivery.
Ensure drawings, BOMs, and revisions are clearly communicated and aligned with production needs.
Work closely with Purchasing to support accurate material planning and on-time availability.
Partner with Planning and Production teams to build and adjust schedules to support delivery commitments.
Utilize and support new purchasing and scheduling software systems.
Monitor project progress, material status, and shop capacity to identify and resolve risks early.
Communicate priorities, changes, and constraints clearly to all affected departments.
Track, analyze, and report key performance indicators related to scheduling and on-time delivery.
Use data analysis to support planning decisions and continuous improvement efforts.