Jr. Project Manager

Role Information

- This position is 100% onsite in Gastonia, NC
- This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Main Tasks

- Lead cross-functional project teams (operations, engineering, quality, product management, distribution).
- Facilitate project review meetings and ensure objectives for cost, quality, and delivery are met.
- Develop clear project plans, schedules, trackers, and milestone updates.
- Present concise, audience-appropriate project updates to leadership and stakeholders.
- Identify risks early, implement mitigation actions, and manage scope changes.
- Coordinate resources, establish priorities, and ensure accountability across teams.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, reports, and communication logs.
- Build strong working relationships across shop floor, engineering, maintenance, and management.
- Support shop-floor activities, trials, and validation as needed.
- Maintain urgency, follow-through, and consistent execution of commitments.

Educational Requirements

− Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related field OR 2 years relevant experience.

Experience Requirements

- 1–3 years leading or coordinating projects.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams and diverse technical levels.
- Demonstrated ability to stay composed and effective under pressure.

Skills

- Leadership & Ownership:
- Takes initiative; drives tasks to completion.
- Sets expectations and influences without authority.
- Strong presentation and visualization skills.
- Prioritization, scheduling, time management, and milestone tracking.
- Attention to detail and strong documentation discipline.
- Works effectively across roles, levels, and personalities.
- Builds strong relationships with operators, engineers, and managers.
- Objective analysis, root-cause thinking, and solution generation.
- Proficient in Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint.
- Able to interpret basic manufacturing processes.
- Up to 50% travel domestic/international

Preferred

- Project Management Certification (CAPM/PMP).
- Experience in manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated development potential (learning agility, adaptability, curiosity).