Project Lead - Bowling Green - MCC

Description

Build your Career with an Industry Leader 

As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a century of printing experience, MCC is focused on the future by developing consumer-driven innovations and sustainable packaging solutions. Working for our team, you can truly make a difference.

Exciting Opportunities: Project Lead / Project Manager / Technical Project Manager

Location Requirement/Type:
Candidates must reside in, be near, or be willing to relocate to one of the following approved locations as this role is onsite, remote/hybrid not available:

• WI: Algoma, Neenah, Waukesha
• NC / SC / TN: Asheville, Fountain Inn, Knoxville, Clarksville
• OH / KY / IN: Batavia, Mason, Bowling Green, Louisville, Scottsburg
• VA / TX / CA: Chesapeake, Fort Worth, Fullerton, San Luis Obispo
• IL / NY / ON (Canada): Niles, Rochester, Leamington
• PA: Lafayette Hill, PA

Position Overview

We are hiring for multiple roles—Project Lead, Project Manager, and Technical Project Manager—to support innovation, customer engagement, and technical execution across our manufacturing and packaging operations. These roles offer opportunities to lead projects, collaborate cross-functionally, and contribute to product development and improvement initiatives.

Why work at MCC: Compensation, Schedule, Benefits

• Pay Range: Competitive and based on experience, typically between $60,000 – $130,000, with flexibility for highly qualified candidates.
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, extended hours may be required based on business needs.
• Sponsorship: Not available for this role.
• Benefits: Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and 401(k) 
• Paid Holidays: New Years, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, plus two floating Holidays 

Key Responsibilities

Project Lead (Entry-Level):

• Support customer engagement and product ideation.
• Assist in trials, documentation, and post-trial evaluations.
• Provide technical support and collaborate with internal teams.
• Maintain project trackers and documentation.
• Travel frequently (30–60%) for customer visits and internal meetings.

Project Manager:

• Assist Sales in gathering competitive insights and identifying unmet needs.
• Lead product ideation and initial customer contact for new products.
• Design, conduct, and document trials and experiments; perform post-trial evaluations.
• Support plant quality, cost, and efficiency improvement projects.
• Apply risk analysis and escalate non-compliance to the Technical Director.
• Maintain the Master Tracker and ensure data accuracy.
• Provide field technical service and support to Sales and Customers.
• Collaborate with equipment suppliers and internal departments to meet customer requirements.
• Research packaging trends and identify new product or market opportunities.
• Pitch patentable ideas and collaborate on intellectual property development.
• Partner with raw material suppliers and Procurement for non-standard materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Technical Project Manager:

• Lead customer navigation and product ideation with full sales/vendor engagement.
• Serve as the technical contact for targeted customers and MCC facilities.
• Provide proactive and reactive support, including regular on-site visits.
• Design, lead, and document trials and experiments; suggest machine changes and standardize processes.
• Lead risk analysis and collaborate across departments during scale-up.
• Maintain Master Tracker and push for complete documentation.
• Provide technical service and support internally and externally.
• Lead discussions with equipment suppliers on packaging system integration.
• Drive business assignments and translate customer needs into specifications.
• Identify new product/market opportunities and align with operational capabilities.
• Lead patent application development and innovation integration.
• Act as material expert and partner with suppliers and Procurement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

Project Lead:

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred; 2–4 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic algebra.
• Ability to write professional reports and documentation.
• Willingness to travel and work in labeling environments with PPE.

Project Manager:

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred; 4–6 years in a similar role or 2–4 years in prime label manufacturing.
• Proficiency in mathematics, including algebra.
• Expertise in container types, printing, and converting technologies.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot label application issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication across all organizational levels.
• Ability to write clear and professional documentation.
• Willingness to travel extensively (30–60%), including short-notice and weekend trips, with potential for international travel.

Technical Project Manager:

• Bachelor's degree preferred; 7+ years in a similar role or technical prime label manufacturing.
• Significant customer-facing experience with strong relationship management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in mathematics and packaging technologies.
• Recognized subject matter expert in manufacturing processes and product application.
• Proven mechanical aptitude and ability to resolve equipment issues.
• Strong communication and decision-making skills in high-pressure environments.
• Ability to write professional documentation and reports.
• Willingness to travel extensively (30–60%), including international and short-notice trips.

Physical & Environmental Expectations

• Occasional lifting (up to 45 lbs) and working in tight, wet, or congested areas.
• PPE required during site visits (safety shoes, glasses, ear protection, hard hat/bump cap).
• Flexibility to work across shifts during customer visits; professional attire required.

For over a century, Multi-Color Corporation (MCC) has crafted premium labels for the world's most iconic and recognizable brands. Our labels elevate emotional connections with consumers and help brands stand out in competitive markets. Honoring our rich history as a market leader, we focus on the future by developing sustainable packaging solutions and consumer-driven innovations.

MCC combines global reach with the personalized touch of local service through our network of facilities across 25+ countries. More than 12,000 teammates come together to make our industry-leading work possible and bring our True Colors to life. Join us at MCC, where every product is Labeled with Care. Learn more at  

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Multi-Color is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.