A single source of integrated solutions with global reach and a world of experience, Zarpac is a network of technical experts working together to deliver the most efficient and economical solutions, anywhere in the world. Integration, engineering, design/build, data collection, advanced analytics, machine forensics, track and trace, and more: Zarpac delivers innovation from every corner, creating complete solutions from ProMach’s best-in-class packaging partners and beyond. ProMach is a family of best-in-class packaging solution brands serving manufacturers of all sizes and geographies in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, and household and industrial goods industries. ProMach brands operate across the entire packaging spectrum: batching and process, filling and capping, flexibles, pharma, product handling, labeling and coding, end of line, and turnkey engineering and integration. ProMach is headquartered near Cincinnati, Ohio, with manufacturing facilities and offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. For more information about ProMach, visit http://www.ProMachBuilt.com and for more information on ProMach Careers, visit http://www.ProMachCareers.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Zarpac is seeking a talented Project Manager to provide direction to multi-disciplined teams in collaboration with ProMach clients on the execution of integrated production systems within the packaging industry. The Project Manager is directly responsible for executing scope deliverables and for achieving or exceeding project financial projections.  This position reports to the Manager – Project Management, based in Greenville, SC and responsibilities include the following:

• Act as primary customer interface/contact.


• Assume ownership of overall project performance from inception through start-up.


• Coordinate and drive project execution through stakeholder management of Engineering, Quality Assurance, Procurement, Production, Shipping, Finance, and Customer Service toward attainment of on-time delivery, contract compliance and targeted profitability. 


• Establish and nurture a positive and productive working relationship among customers, internal and external vendors, and internal project team members through face-to-face meetings, teleconferences, and routine communication.


• Manage and facilitate prompt, meaningful communications with the customer to resolve technical and commercial issues.


• Convey project progress on a routine basis and drive project-level planning actions.


• Negotiate commercial contract modifications when required.


• Coordinate project team involvement and participation at customer’s meetings, kick-off meetings, lessons-learned meetings, and progress meetings.


• Ensure timely invoicing at project milestones and assist when needed with resolving payment delays through customer outreach and engagement.


• Manage and communicate project revenues, cost, and margin forecasts.


• Review vendor/inter-company bids for engineered products against scope, quality, performance, cost, and schedule requirements.


• Coordinate and manage project team documentation submittals and disposition process towards securing required customer approvals.


• Develop and maintain master project schedules.


• Oversee risk analysis and implement plans to mitigate the customer’s and the company’s exposure.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology (BSME or BSMET), or similar engineering or technical degree required. 


• Project Management Professional (PMP®) desired, not required.


• 5+ years of experience in Engineering/ Integration and Project Management, preferably in the packaging or automation industries.


• Experience in managing a multi-disciplined project team: engineering, quality control, procurement, manufacturing, cost estimating, delivery/billing, and configuration management.


• Effective change management, problem solving, and communication skills (both oral and written).


• General knowledge of manufacturing processes, techniques, practices.


• Experience using AutoCAD.


• Able to define a problem, gather data to draw conclusions. and develop appropriate plans to address.


• Excellent time management, organizational, and prioritization abilities.


• Relevant experience working with a Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) system.


• Proficient in business and project management software (MS Office, MS Project Professional, MS SharePoint).


• Ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 25% to 30% of time; international customers will require off-normal hour interface.

BENEFITS:

Salary is only a part of a well-developed compensation program. As a Pro Mach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your pay (base salary), very comprehensive medical/dental programs as well as life insurance, a generous paid time off program, a retirement savings plan with a company match and a wellness program. There is no waiting period for benefits – you are eligible on your first day of employment.

Pro Mach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach utilizes E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace.

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