Job Type
Full-time
Description
Ready for a New Challenge?
You've spent years building expertise in manufacturing operations, quality, continuous improvement, or operational excellence. You've led projects, solved problems, developed teams, and made a real difference within your organization.
Now you may be asking yourself: What's next?
What if you could take those same skills and apply them across dozens of manufacturers?
At MassMEP, our Project Managers don't just improve one company-they help manufacturers throughout Massachusetts solve complex challenges, accelerate growth, and create lasting operational transformation. You'll join a supportive team of highly skilled professionals who genuinely enjoy working together. We share ideas, learn from one another, and celebrate each other's successes. We challenge ourselves creatively, tackle meaningful problems, and help shape the future of manufacturing across the Commonwealth.
This role is ideal for experienced Operations Managers, Continuous Improvement Leaders, Quality Managers, and manufacturing professionals who enjoy learning, collaborating, and making an impact.
PROJECT MANAGER
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Field Operations Lead, the Project Manager will be responsible for deploying and sustaining lean and continuous improvement programs for manufacturing clients across the Commonwealth, administering surveys in accordance with the grant schedule, and engaging the sales representative to assist in the development of future opportunities for MassMEP.
Competencies for Success
โข Thrive in a team environment and be able to work with all parts of the organization to contribute to the organization's commitment to core values and strategic plans
โข Continuous improvement mindset
โข Excellent communication/presentation skills
โข Exceptional time and project management skills
โข Excellent relationship building and interpersonal skills
โข High work ethic to facilitate the core values of the organization with integrity
Required Qualifications:
โข Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering; or equivalent training/experience
โข 10 - 15 Years' Experience in training, engineering, quality, management, or supervisory role in manufacturing environment
โข Proven experience in automating downstream operations
โข Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
โข Solid presentation skills, including creating engaging and effective electronic and/or print materials
โข Must be able to work well under pressure, manage and prioritize multiple tasks and have a flexible schedule
โข Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Preferred Qualifications
โข Knowledge of Salesforce or other CRM platform
โข Familiarity with manufacturing enterprise systems, including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and Quality Management Systems (QMS)
โข Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
โข Knowledge of advanced manufacturing technologies, including industrial automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing tools
Essential Tasks
โข Identify, prioritize, and execute continuous improvement activities; drive standardization and consistency of approach
โข Fully execute and deliver full scope of MassMEP training projects to clients as outlined in grant or contract
โข Monitor and follow up on trainings. Respond to client's questions and concerns
โข Engage growth "upselling" opportunities with clients during client survey process to build on existing relationship and discuss potential future projects
โข Work closely with Business Development Advisor and function as partner on projects
โข Partners with BDA, serving as either Primary or Secondary on surveys, to ensure completion in a timely manner
โข Assist and mentor other PM's as needed for cross-training
โข Maintain continuous professional development activities to stay current on newest efficiencies, continuous improvement methodologies, and techniques available to manufacturers
โข Develop and modify programs and/or presentations as needed to meet the needs of the client
โข Interface effectively with all levels of the client organizations, MassMEP team, MassMEP resources, and partners
โข Originate and follow up with other prospective departments and educate key managers regarding the commercial benefits of MassMEP's programs
Physical Requirements
โข Ability to sit and stand intermittently as required in an office environment
โข Infrequent exposure to dust, heat and cold when visiting manufacturing environments
โข Some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 lbs), occasionally moderate weight (up to 50 lbs)
โข Ability to operate a motor vehicle
Travel
โข Travel within the state is required up to 100%
Job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Salary Description
$90,000 - $105,000 /annual