Project Manager
Company: TECH
Location: Johnstown
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Lean Project Manager Summary TECH is an 80+ year old
manufacturer and distributor of tire and wheel service products
throughout the world. TECH lives by a core set of principles, known
as our H.I.L.T.I. values - Honor, Intelligence, Leadership,
Teamwork and Innovation. Our employees are the foundation of our
Company, they make TECH products great and they make TECH a great
place to work. TECH is a global business serving tens of thousands
of customers and end users in over 96 countries. We service our
customers on both a direct basis and through a multi-level
distribution network. Our operational footprint includes facilities
in the USA, China, Belgium, Italy, Japan, Brazil and Thailand. TECH
has a unique opportunity that will combine a short-term facility
construction and operations transformation project with a long-term
process improvement role that will define our key business
processes for the future. This is a truly transformational project
that will position our business for the changing and growing needs
of our Industry. It is a career defining opportunity, to be a key
leader in the biggest building and investment project our business
has undertaken in its 85 year history Tech International is looking
for an experienced Lean Project Manager professional who will have
the following responsibilities. Next 2 years Responsible for
overseeing key aspects of our "One Roof" building project from
start to finish. Working in collaboration with TECH Facility
Engineering manager. Oversee every phase of the construction
project. Manage constraints and develop contingencies to address
risks that are anticipated and those that are unexpected. Chair
regular upper management meeting that provides updates on the
progress relative to budget and timelines. They will need to manage
stakeholder expectations with both formal and informal
communications. Transition Manufacturing operations from existing
facility to New Operational campus, while still meeting all
customer requirements. Our Building and transition Project is
estimated to take 2 years to complete. Upon conclusion, this
individual will transition into a Lean Process leadership role.
This individual will have the transformational opportunity to
create a Lean Platform and Culture in a Global Business. This is a
unique opportunity charged with creating a new manufacturing
facility, and this assignment provides an excellent foundation to
continue to optimize our operations into the future. Scope Manage
relationships with key stakeholders, create benchmarks for success
and deliverables (including managing budgets) and plan work
assignments that meet deadlines requirements while considering
changes in budget or scope during the execution of the contract. In
conjunction with Facility Engineer, the Lean Project manager will
need to communicate with outside trade contractors, onsite
construction workers and various TECH managers across the project
to ensure tasks are performed as scheduled. Must create strong
relationships between workers and managers, which are vital when
dealing with such tense situations that can arise at any moment
during the project's life cycle. Once the building is complete, the
project will transition to relocating our current manufacturing
production equipment to the new location. The Lean project manager
will support the manufacturing team in installation and start-up of
these production assets. Once the new Campus is fully operational,
the Role will transition into a Lean Leadership role. This
individual will design and build a Lean culture within TECH.
Expanding lean from Operations to all aspects of the business.
Responsibilities include: Build a strong, collaborative
relationship with TECH Facility Engineer, that leverages individual
strengths but act as a team to deliver the project goals
Collaborating with contractors, engineers, architects etc. to align
around the specification process Negotiate contracts with external
vendors to align with budget expectations and minimize change
orders Determine and define scope of work and deliverables Ensure
we obtain necessary permits, approvals, and other regulatory
prerequisites Draft and submit budget based on scope of work and
resource requirements Support Facility Engineer in providing
direction over contracts and subcontracts Plan all construction
operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines
will be met Acquire equipment and material and monitor stocks to
timely handle inadequacies Work collaboratively with the Facility
Engineer to supervise the work of laborers, mechanics etc. and give
them guidance when needed Evaluate progress and prepare detailed
reports Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and
report issues Once construction is complete, a detailed transition
plan will need to be developed with the business operations to
ensure we continue to meet customer requirements while
simultaneously transitioning our manufacturing equipment from the
old facility to the new completed facility. Execute the transition
plan and support the business through the initial startup phase
Work with our EHS manager to ensure all equipment is reviewed using
our PSSR process (Safe operation) Work with our Maintenance leader
to ensure we have documented PM for all equipment. Also provide all
manuals and suggested replacement parts lists. Requirements and
skills 3-5 years of Lean experience with some project leadership
accomplishments Basic understanding of construction procedures,
materials, and project management principles Familiarity with
quality and health and safety standards Familiarity with
construction/ project management software Outstanding communication
and negotiation skills Excellent organizational and time-management
skills A team player with leadership abilities BS/BA in
engineering, lean, building science or relevant field Comfortable
reading and understanding blueprints and drawings Proficient in
Microsoft Office and general computer software Ability to budget,
schedule, negotiate, and control costs Familiarity with contract
and subcontract documents, terms, and conditions Strong leadership
and management skills EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 5 - 10 years
Bonus/Commission: No
Keywords: TECH, Newark , Project Manager, Executive , Johnstown, Ohio
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