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Project Manager

Ardagh Group


Job Location:

Elk Grove, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 110900 - 166300
Posted: 26 August 2026 (9 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 23 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Role Description:

The primary role of the Project Manager is to provide technical support and project coordination for mid-sized capital strategic and efficiency projects/ develop project cost estimates and schedules design solutions for facility and equipment projects manage assigned projects to successful completion and complete work at or under addition the Project Manager will provide support to help plants meet OEE and spoilage targets as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan coordinate and manage capital projects from project approval to project close
  • Responsible for managing safety (EH&S) on all projects.
  • May supervise project engineers and support Sr. Project Managers on larger Capex projects as needed.
  • Work with AutoCAD drawings as needed. Ability to create edit and update is preferred.
  • Support plants on facility project needs (may include civil electrical and mechanical areas) problem solving support systems and provide technical guidance as needed.
  • Support development and provide detailed technical specifications for RFQ/RFP related to equipment and conveying purchases and installations
  • Participate in development of project cost estimates for capital approval request (CAR) submittal.
  • SAP documents management i.e. drawings project cost reporting
  • Work with procurement to issue and manage purchase orders and goods receipts.
  • May generate AutoCAD drawings for project cost estimating and implementation
  • Work with suppliers on scope estimates quotes planning and execution.
  • Communicate effectively with other functional areas plant operations teams vendors and contractors.
  • Communicate project status to all business stakeholders as required
  • Manage projects on sites or plants that will run on a 24/7 basis manage vendors and contractors and work with plant teams to ensure work is done safely on time within budget and meeting the project objectives.
  • Ensure plants have what they need to successfully operate and meet their objectives once project is complete.

Requirements:

  • Bachelors degree in engineering (preferred).
  • Minimum 5-10 years work experience in engineering and/or high-speed manufacturing (can and/or end making/packaging) preferred
  • Experience leading and/or successfully completing projects
  • Ability to travel 50-75% of calendar year (mostly domestic but may include some international travel)
  • Self-starter ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal/team skills
  • Knowledge of high-speed manufacturing processes.
  • Excellent analytical and mechanical skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong Project Management skills experience using MS Project (or equivalent).
  • Preferred software experience: SAP AutoCAD Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.

Ardagh Metal Packaging is a leading global supplier of sustainable infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners. A subsidiary of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group and a leading industry metal packaging company Ardagh Metal Packaging employs more than 6300 people across Europe North America and Brazil with sales of approximately $4.7 billion.

Ardagh Metal Packaging believes that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued and can work to their full potential. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career come and join our team - youll enjoy the journey!

Ardagh Metal Packaging - North America has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex gender (including pregnancy childbirth breast feeding and related conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression race creed religion (including religious dress and grooming) color national origin ancestry (including association affiliation or participation with persons or activities related to national origin English-proficiency or accent or immigration status) physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information marital or domestic partner status age veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by federal state or local law. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.

Salaried: The anticipated base annual salary range for this role is between$110900 and $166300 per year. This role is bonus eligible. The bonus incentive program is based on the company meeting or exceeding certain targets. Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate and is only applicable for roles that are based out of Illinois. The final salary will be determined after considering relevant factors including but not limited to a candidates qualifications experience and work location where appropriate.

Benefits Offered:

  • Medical prescription dental and vision plans
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Apprenticeship programs
  • Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups

Please note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.


Required Experience:

IC


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Ardagh Group is a global supplier of sustainable metal & glass packaging solutions. We are one of the preferred glass packaging manufacturers of the world's leading brands.

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