Automation Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

AUTOMATION / INDUSTRIAL PROJECT MANAGER

Who We Are:

PTS Automation Inc. is a technical automation solutions provider who pairs traditional distribution excellence with customized engineering services to provide a unique and advantageous benefit to our customers. We have a variety of programs and value add services to meet your supply chain and manufacturing requirements. The integration of specialized personnel services ensures your technical needs are also met, and your process is enhanced through dedicated support.

Summary/Objective:

The project manager is responsible for planning, overseeing, and leading projects from concept (quoting) through to completion (installation / shipping / billing). This position requires interaction with a range of internal and external stakeholders, most often managing several moving project parts simultaneously. The project manager coordinates the efforts of our internal design team, logistics team, manufacturing and installation teams, contractors, and suppliers. Constant communication & accountability with all internal & external project stakeholders using industry best practices for project management is expected.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to work both independently and with groups across different levels of management throughout the company (Manufacturing, Engineering (Electrical & Mechanical), Purchasing, Sales).
• Ability to pull together cross-functional teams to complete project objectives (different disciplines of engineering, machining and build groups).
• Highly detailed and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to assume responsibility and see all tasks and open issues through to completion.
• Ability to oversee & manage multiple projects, at various stages of completion.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Manufacturing or automation industry experience preferred, but not required.
• Technical knowledge in mechanical or electrical/controls engineering preferred, but not required.
• Technically competent and proficient with various software programs: SmartSheet &/or Microsoft Project, Excel, Outlook, Word, Microsoft Teams

Responsibilities:

• Ensure projects meet deadlines.
• Review and maintain project budgets & drive profitability.
• Maintain project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities, and resolving problems as they arise.
• Call, organize, and lead meetings with the appropriate stakeholders (internal & external).
• Document and distribute meeting notes, along with other project documentation.
• Assign action items and project deliverables to appropriate resources & groups.
• Plan and coordinate labor and equipment schedules.
• Act as an extension of the sales staff, ensuring customers are informed and satisfied with products, projects, and services.
• Manage relationships with customers, vendors, and contractors.
• Provide project updates, both to customers and internal groups.
• Lead and help internal teams work well together.
• Oversee all incoming and outgoing project documentation.
• Lead and participate in all project milestones (Quotes, project kick offs, design reviews, machine run offs).
• Determine project responsibilities by identifying project phases and elements, assigning personnel to phases and elements, and reviewing bids from vendors and contractors.

Experience:

• 1-3 years in project management or automation industry preferred, but not required.

Education:

• Minimum of Associates Degree, Bachelor's Degree preferred in a business / logistics-related field or a combination of education and business experience that demonstrates higher level decision making based on judgement, education, and experience.

• Bachelors in the following areas preferred or equivalent industry experience:

  • Degrees in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Work Environment:

• Office environment with regular time needed on the shop floor.

• Work From Home is available when needed and planned in advance.

• Occasionally travel to customer sites to review projects, quotes, and to meet with customers.

• This is a full-time position and overtime may occasionally be required based on project need.

• Required that you be reachable via phone and email outside of normal working hours based on internal & external customer need.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time, 40-hours per week position, and typical hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Additional shifts may be assigned as business needs dictate and occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Benefits + Perks:

• Comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision

• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities

• Paid-time-off

• 401(k) savings with company match

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Company DescriptionPrecision Tools Service, Inc. is a global supplier of machine tools, maintenance replacement items for machinery, measuring instruments, vending solutions and much more.

PTS is a subsidiary of Toyo Corporation who has been supplying to the Japanese automotive industry since 1955. Today they operate globally in North America, Thailand, Czech Republic, Australia, Indonesia, China, Mexico and India.

Company Description

Precision Tools Service, Inc. is a global supplier of machine tools, maintenance replacement items for machinery, measuring instruments, vending solutions and much more. \r\n\r\nPTS is a subsidiary of Toyo Corporation who has been supplying to the Japanese automotive industry since 1955. Today they operate globally in North America, Thailand, Czech Republic, Australia, Indonesia, China, Mexico and India.