Non-IT Project/Program Manager

Title: Non-IT Project/Program Manager Location: Pontiac, IL Duration: 6 months Job Description Summary: The main function of a non-IT project manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT based project.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
• Present and explain proposals, reports and findings to clients.
• Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Analyze technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.

Skills

• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
• Basic ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Basic knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Basic knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Basic knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
• PMI or PMP certification preferred.
• 2-4 years experience required.

Position’s Contributions To Work Group

• Provide support in tracking action items from ME audits and Go-See-Act reviews following two recordable injuries in July.

Typical Task Breakdown

• Monitor progress on completion of the 216 open items of the 885 actions

Interaction With Team

• Daily review and update progress and ensure completion in 9 months.

Work Environment

• Office and Manufacturing

Education & Experience Required BS in Manufacturing Engineering or related field- 2-4 years of experience in a related field Technical Skills

(Required)

• Microsoft office, Operations documentation, history with machinery operations and Project Management.

(Desired)

• Process Documentation experience