Project Manager - Customer Advocate

Job Description:

Primary Duties:

• Monitor customer orders from initiation through completion to ensure timely execution and delivery.
• Track project schedules and coordinate with internal teams to ensure resources are aligned with production needs.
• Identify potential risks such as delays or material shortages and escalate issues to appropriate stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication between internal departments and external representatives to ensure alignment on project status and expectations.
• Prepare and distribute project status updates and reports to support visibility and decision-making.
• Participate in project review meetings to gather updates and support issue resolution.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to project progress, timelines, and outcomes.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by documenting lessons learned and identifying opportunities for efficiency gains.
• Primary duties may include, but are not limited to:
• Assist with coordinating project timelines and deliverables across teams.
• Support resolution of customer inquiries related to project status or delivery.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance customer success outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related discipline;
• 2+ years of experience in project coordination, customer service, or a related role within a manufacturing or industrial environment,
• Or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of project management and customer service principles.
• Ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement.

Essential and Physical Functions:

• Frequent use of computer systems for tracking, reporting, and communication.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adjust priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Occasional standing and walking during meetings or production floor visits.
• Use of fine motor skills for data entry, documentation, and communication tasks.
• Ability to analyze information and make routine decisions.

Work Environment:

• Perform all tasks on-site in both office and manufacturing settings.
• Regular interaction with engineering, supply chain, and production teams.
• Exposure to moderate to high noise levels during production floor visits.
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts when in manufacturing areas.
• Compliance with all safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required in production areas.

Disclaimer:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at a time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

Benefits and Compensation Summary:

We take care of our people. We offer competitive compensation and robust benefits to all full-time team members, including:

• Tuition reimbursement

• Paid time-off

• Paid holidays

• Healthcare insurance & Health Savings Accounts

• Profit sharing or Annual Incentive Plan Bonus

• Premium 401(k) plan

Pay Range: