Senior Project Manager

Position Summary:
Project management and customer management for capital equipment (packaging equipment) from receipt of purchase order through engineering procurement assembly installation acceptance testing and the first year of warranty.

Essential Functions:

• The positions primary responsibility is ensuring the successful execution of a sales order using project management skills.
• Maintaining customer relationships communication and satisfaction are key aspects of this role in addition to negotiating conflicts with the customer during project execution.
• Responsible for issuing change orders both internal and customer driven to maintain clarity of customer requirements scope of work and schedule milestones.
• Assess risks and project finances throughout the execution of a project within a stage gate structure.  Report monthly on the project performance vs. budget and develop forecasts to estimate margin impact.
• Lead and motivate cross functional teams of shared resources from design phase through installation and customer acceptance as well as collaborating with peer project managers on shared resources and project priorities.
• Monitor the activities of the procurement team to ensure that the global supply chain and internal fabrication team accommodate the project schedule and budget.  This includes managing intracompany and 3rd party equipment purchases for projects that involve system elements outside of the sites packaging equipment deliverables (e.g. feeder bowls product distribution systems etc.)

Physical Requirements:

• Normal Office Environment.
• Domestic and International travel up to 30% to other Syntegon Packaging sites suppliers and/or customers.

Qualifications :

Education and Experience Requirements:

• 5 years experience in project management in manufactured equipment or capital equipment.
• 5 years experience in engineering & manufacturing environments managing multiple projects.
• 5 years experience as liaison with customers and managing expectations to a contract.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of automated packaging equipment and/or Engineer-to-Order capital equipment that involves mechanical & electrical design and manufacturing with integrated controls systems.  The ideal experience would be with horizontal form fill and seal (HFFS) packaging equipment and processes.
• Proficiency with project management practices using the stage gate approach and knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Proven experience in leading cross functional teams composed of shared resources and a demonstrated ability to effectively mentor junior project managers and associates within adjacent functions.

Physical Requirements:

• Normal Office Environment with minimal domestic and international travel to other Syntegon Packaging sites suppliers and/or customers.

Additional Information :

The anticipated base salary for this position starts at $110000 annually. 

Compensation for roles at Syntegon varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location role degree/credentials relevant skill set and level of relevant experience. Total rewards at Syntegon include salary bonus (if applicable) benefits.

The welfare of our employees matters to us. 

At Syntegon the welfare of our employees is a top priority. Thats why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health financial security and personal growth from day one including:

• Health Coverage: Medical Dental Vision and Prescription plans starting from your first day.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match to help you plan for the future.
• Financial Protection: Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance plus Life Insurance for your peace of mind.
• Career Growth: Education Assistance Program to support your continued learning and development.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off to recharge and enjoy your personal time.
• Support When You Need It: Access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling and resources.

Join Syntegon and enjoy benefits that help you thrive both at work and beyond.

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives:

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race color gender national origin ancestry religion physical or mental disability age veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status pregnancy citizenship or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives:

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race color gender national origin ancestry religion physical or mental disability age veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status pregnancy citizenship or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time