Senior Project Manager - Manufacturing

Job Title: Sr Manufacturing Project Manager

Location: Corporate Office – Alpharetta, GA

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sr Project Manager with a track record in delivering results within a manufacturing company to join our team in Alpharetta, GA . This role will lead strategic initiatives from planning through execution, meet business objectives, drive operational efficiency, and enhance stakeholder value.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive cross-functional teams to successfully deliver projects on time, within scope, and on budget, with a focus on/understanding of production, process optimization, and plant operations.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects involving manufacturing scale-up, process improvements, and technology integration while maintaining clear prioritization
• Lead end-to-end M&A and integration initiatives, including post-close activities, planning, execution, and KPI tracking
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks/blockers including those related to safety & regulatory compliance.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration across teams including Manufacturing, Engineering, Finance, HR, IT, and Legal to ensure seamless execution
• Communicate regularly with executive leadership and stakeholders; Lead updates with the Project Team and SteerCo.
• Manage change control processes related to scope, schedule, and budget
• Maintain documentation of integration processes and decisions
• Conduct lessons learned sessions and implement feedback to improve future project delivery and manufacturing efficiency.
• Build and maintain strong, responsive relationships with stakeholders to ensure customer delight requirements are consistently met and exceeded.

Accountabilities

• Successful delivery of assigned projects On-Time, On-Budget, and In-Scope
• Effective stakeholder engagement and communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Assist in championing world-class project management values and principles across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Engineering
• Masters in Project Management, Engineering, or MBA
• PMP, CSP, or CTC certification VERY STRONGLY PREFERRED
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive manufacturing and/or project management experience
• Proven track record of leading successful post-acquisition integrations
• Strong understanding of M&A lifecycle, due diligence, and change management
• Exceptional attention to detail and time management
• Experience driving cross-functional teams in complex manufacturing organizations
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to influence and align diverse teams toward common goals
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Highly organized with attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and MS Planner
• Familiarity with project governance and stage-gate processes
• Experience in innovative/R&D environments is a plus