Assistant Project Manager Jobs in Normal, IL (NOW HIRING)

About the Role:
We have a current opening for a Plant PMO and are actively reviewing applications.
The Plant PMO supports the Plant Manager in coordinating plant governance, strategic planning, and cross-functional initiatives across the manufacturing organization. The role ensures alignment between plant departments, central functions, and business units while supporting the development and execution of the Plant Master Plan.
This role is responsible for coordinating plant governance processes, managing cross-functional projects, supporting budget planning and monitoring, and facilitating collaboration between departments to ensure the effective execution of operational priorities.
The position also promotes structured project management methodologies, oversees the implementation of strategic initiatives, and ensures the plant's compliance with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) requirements.
Main Responsibilities:

• Support the Plant Manager in driving plant governance, strategic alignment, and cross-functional coordination
• Develop, maintain, and track the Plant Master Plan, ensuring alignment with regional and central priorities
• Lead local budget planning and coordinate monthly SQCDME reviews
• Act as the primary liaison between the plant, Business Units (incl. Marketing), and Operations Development
• Lead major cross-functional initiatives as Project Manager, establishing governance, tracking risks, and ensuring delivery
• Coordinate governance, risk, compliance (GRC), and change management activities
• Prepare and coordinate leadership communications, presentations, town halls, headquarters visits, and investment documentation

Safety, Quality & Environment

• Ensure all activities comply with Ferrero Health & Safety, GMP, food safety, environmental, and energy management standards
• Promote strong safety, quality, and environmental cultures across governance and project activities
• Support compliance with HACCP, FSSC 22000, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001 requirements

About You:
• 5-8 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, project management, or plant coordination roles
• Experience managing cross-functional projects in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Experience working with plant leadership and cross-functional teams
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and drive alignment across departments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical and planning capabilities
• Experience with budget planning and monitoring processes
• Knowledge of manufacturing operations and plant governance structures
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with change management and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong presentation and documentation skills
• Ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels of the organization
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.
Our Benefits & Perks:
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The base salary range for this position is $93,000 - $115,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.
In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.
About Ferrero:
Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world's largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.
DE&I at Ferrero:
Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
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Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.
Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.