This role leads end-to-end industrialization projects focused on tooling and industrial equipment procurement and installation within a manufacturing plant environment. The Project Manager plans, coordinates, and executes capital equipment and tooling projects to support production needs, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with technical and quality requirements. The position works closely with cross-functional teams and external suppliers to manage all phases of equipment installation and commissioning, with a strong emphasis on cost control, risk management, and continuous improvement.Responsibilities
- Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets for tooling and industrial equipment projects, ensuring alignment with production and business requirements.
- Lead end-to-end execution of capital projects related to tooling and equipment installation, from concept through commissioning and handover to operations.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, engineering, operations, maintenance, and suppliers, to secure effective project execution.
- Monitor project progress against milestones and deliverables, proactively identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
- Source and evaluate suppliers for tooling and industrial equipment, ensuring they meet technical specifications, quality standards, and delivery expectations.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms with suppliers to achieve cost-effective procurement and favorable commercial conditions.
- Manage vendor relationships throughout the project lifecycle and ensure compliance with specifications, quality, and safety requirements.
- Oversee on-site installation, testing, and commissioning of industrial equipment and tooling, coordinating all activities to minimize disruption to operations.
- Ensure adherence to all relevant safety standards, plant procedures, and regulatory requirements during installation and commissioning activities.
- Validate equipment performance against defined specifications and acceptance criteria, and coordinate formal handover to production and maintenance teams.
- Track and control project costs, ensuring adherence to approved capital expenditure (Capex) budgets and identifying opportunities for cost savings.
- Prepare and present regular project status reports and updates for stakeholders and management, including progress, risks, issues, and financial performance.
- Drive continuous improvement in project management processes, tools, and methods to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost effectiveness of future projects.
- Ensure effective coordination of tooling and equipment installation activities with suppliers and vendors, including scheduling, logistics, and resource planning.
- Focus on managing the installation and coordination of tooling and equipment rather than tooling design activities.
Essential Skills
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related field.
- 5+ years of project management experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
- Proven expertise in tooling and industrial equipment procurement and installation, including managing capital projects.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment specifications relevant to industrial production environments.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating tooling and equipment installation projects, including vendor and supplier coordination.
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, SAP, or similar systems for planning, scheduling, and tracking.
- Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms from suppliers.
- Strong vendor management capabilities, including performance monitoring and ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interface with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven leadership abilities to guide project teams, influence stakeholders, and drive accountability for project deliverables.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- PMP or equivalent project management certification.
- Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Experience managing Capex and capital equipment projects in a plant environment.
- Familiarity with continuous improvement tools and methods for enhancing project execution and cost efficiency.
Work EnvironmentThe position is based on-site at Plant 2 within a large manufacturing facility in the NRV area. The Project Manager works in a mixed office and shop-floor environment, regularly interacting with production lines, industrial equipment, and tooling installations. The role involves frequent presence on the factory floor during installation, testing, and commissioning activities, requiring adherence to all plant safety procedures and use of appropriate personal protective equipment as defined by site policies. The work schedule aligns primarily with standard plant operating hours, with flexibility as needed during critical project phases such as major installations, commissioning windows, and production changeovers. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Dublin, VA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Dublin, VA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Dublin,VA.About Actalent
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