Job Title:
Project Manager

Company: Global Power Components

Location: milwaukee, WI

Created: 2024-05-04

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

Global Power Components is a privately held, growing manufacturer of UL heavy gauge steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures and modular metal enclosures for housing fully-equipped electrical distribution and control equipment. We have recently moved operations into a newly renovated 450,000 sq. foot facility that will foster our continued growth as we continue to be recognized as the undisputed leaders in our industry. As a result of our expansion, we are looking for a Project Manager to join our growing organization. Global Power Components is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, at this time we are unable to sponsor Visas. The manufacturing of our products is tied to a constantly changing work schedule. The schedule can change several times a day due to forces that are outside of our control.A core responsibility of the Project Manager will be to work with the department supervisors to maintain a smooth work flow. If problems arise, a solution must be worked out immediately. If production in one department is held up, resources must be shuffled to a different department to help pull the schedule back in line. Issues and product changes will happen on a daily basis. Solutions must be quickly enacted in a calm and confident fashion.The position requires constant follow-up and great people skills. This person should have manufacturing experience, be able to meet critical deadlines, be very thorough and micro-managing will be a major responsibility. Recent College grads encouraged to apply. Core responsibilitiesManage several customer projects to the dailyweeklymonthly scheduleAllocate resources according to change in work flowManage project flow to avoid bottlenecksEnter customer change orders to ensure all aspects of project have been accurately invoiced and communicated to the customerFull knowledge and understanding of financial impact of project to ensure all aspects of project have been accurately and timely invoiced and communicated to the customerMonitor long lead time items that may affect deliveryFollow-up with incoming product and inventory for future projectsPhysically inspect custom items to be used on productsPrepare weeks in advance by reviewing engineering drawings before project goes live Skillsqualifications requiredProficiency with MS Word, Excel and OutlookPrevious similar experience managing projectsAbility to be flexible when requiredAbility to meet timelines and be able to flex projects to meet demands of customersNot afraid to micro-manage projectsEqual Opportunity EmployerMinoritiesWomenVeteransDisabledGlobal Power Components is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Global Power Components is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.