Jr. Project Manager - Crystal Lake, United States - General Kinematics

Description

We Want You

We want you to join our team at General Kinematics, the leading manufacturer of vibrating equipment for bulk material processing. As a premier provider of vibratory feeders and complete process systems, we are dedicated to delivering tailored solutions to meet our customers' unique material processing needs. Join us in creating innovative solutions for even the most challenging materials processing applications.

General Kinematics Corporation is currently looking for a proactive and qualified Junior Project Manager to join our team. The ideal Jr. Project Manager will assist in the successful planning, execution, monitoring, and completion of various projects. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, sales, and logistics, to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and according to budget. Your attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks will contribute to the efficient operation of our projects.

Responsibilities / Duties

• Assist in defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with senior project managers and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and task dependencies.
• Conduct initial risk assessment and mitigation planning.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project tasks are executed according to the project plan.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain regular communication with team members to provide updates and gather status reports.
• Collaborate with department managers to allocate resources effectively, including personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Ensure that resources are utilized efficiently to meet project goals.
• Assist in preparing project budgets and forecasts in conjunction with finance and accounting teams.
• Monitor project expenditures and track against budget allocations.
• Prepare and distribute project status reports to stakeholders, highlighting progress, risks, and milestones achieved.
• Facilitate two-way effective communication between different teams and departments involved in the project.
• Assist in developing risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, schedules, meeting minutes, and other relevant records.
• Participate in post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement. When applicable, attend the "Project with Issues" meeting and work with internal stake holders, to determine root cause designation and lessons learned for the company.
• Maintain weekly communication with production, engineering, and sales departments, with updates to ensure proper adherence to established timelines and objectives.
• Assist in developing best practices goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Track budgetary objectives and adjust project constraints based on financial analysis.
• The ability to troubleshoot, resolve problems and make independent decisions, after identifying and analyzing problems logically and comprehensively.
• Document and report any safety concerns as it relates to the installation and the operation of our equipment.
• Collaborate with the Sales, Manufacturing and Engineering departments.
• Comply with the company's ISO objectives, policies, & procedures.
• The willingness and physical ability to work on our equipment which can include climbing ladders, crawling under objects, and working in harsh conditions/jobsites.
• To understand basic business concepts and the ability to respond to customer requests.
• The willingness to work from existing policies and procedures and the ability to build technical knowledge.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in industrial technology, engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Two (2) to four (4) years of experience in managing new construction and/or new equipment installations.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain operations.
• Blueprint reading required (AutoCAD, Inventor, Navisworks, etc.)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and multitasking abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel 10-15%.
• Must have a valid driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Background check is a requirement of the hiring process.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Bi-lingual abilities a plus.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification a plus.
• Certificate in applied project management a plus.

Job Type:

• Full-time, Onsite.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k).
• Tuition Reimbursement

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