Project Manager

Addtronics Custom Automation, an Addtronics company, designs and builds custom robotic automation solutions for American manufacturing companies, keeping quality, innovation, and cost-effectiveness at the forefront. Located in Lebanon, Missouri, Addtronics Custom Automation is a full-service design and build automation resource specializing in assembly and test applications. The team works closely with customers to develop innovative, high-quality automation solutions that improve manufacturing processes and deliver measurable results.

Position Summary:

The Project Manager is responsible for managing the complete life cycle of assigned automation projects, from initial planning and design through procurement, assembly, testing, installation, and project closeout. The ideal candidate is an organized, proactive leader with strong communication skills, technical aptitude, and experience managing complex, multidisciplinary automation projects.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Lead project teams to execute projects on schedule, at or below budget, and according to the contracted scope of work

• Develop and maintain project schedules and identify critical path activities

• Conduct project planning and team communication meetings

• Work with the Applications team and customers to understand project requirements, timelines, design, and costs

• Coordinate with the Mechanical Engineering team throughout the design and customer approval process

• Work with Purchasing to coordinate material procurement and ensure project deliverables are received on time

• Coordinate with Mechanical and Electrical Shop teams throughout project assembly

• Work with Controls, Electrical, and Fluids Programming teams to ensure equipment is operating properly

• Manage project resources and ensure adequate resources are assigned to project tasks

• Monitor project progress and identify and address deviations from the project plan

• Identify project risks and develop and implement appropriate mitigation plans

• Monitor project costs, forecasting, billing milestones, and overall financial performance

• Ensure project deliverables and supporting documentation are completed for milestone payments

• Coordinate FAT, SAT, customer approvals, final payment, and project closeout

• Serve as the primary customer contact for assigned projects and maintain regular communication regarding project status

• Proactively address customer concerns and work to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction

• Manage contract change orders and ensure changes are properly communicated and executed

• Coordinate project activities from project kickoff through delivery and installation at the customer site

• Provide regular project updates to leadership and project stakeholders

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 position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications Desired:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience

• Five or more years of Project Management experience within the industrial automation industry

• PMP certification preferred

• Experience managing million-dollar programs with multidisciplinary teams

• Practical working knowledge of industrial automation and manufacturing processes

• Strong mechanical aptitude and proven troubleshooting skills

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive projects to successful completion

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to effectively manage customer relationships, deadlines, and competing priorities

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

• Willingness to work overtime and/or weekends as needed

• Ability to work in both an office environment and an active mechanical assembly shop

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to
  stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and
  arms; lift and carry items up to 50 pounds; climb stairs; balance; stoop and/or
  kneel.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in an active
  mechanical assembly shop environment. The noise level in the work environment
  can be minimal to high. Safe work practices are always required in accordance
  with OSHA regulations, ACA safety protocols, and customer safety protocols.

Position Classification
This is a full-time, exempt salaried position. Depending on the needs of the business, the ability to
work more than 40 hours/week and/or weekends may be required.

Travel
Travel is required to customer sites as deemed necessary dependent on the project scope.

EEO Statement
It is the policy of Addtronics, LLC to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons. In
accordance with anti-discrimination laws, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these
principles and mandates. Addtronics prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and
affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race,
color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age,
physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or
expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service,
family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status
protected by the laws or regulations