Project Manager

Project Manager

As a Project Manager at Reading Truck, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing multiple projects from initiation to completion. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget while meeting quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successful project management, strong leadership skills, and excellent communication abilities.

Ultimate accountability for all project results and metrics, develop alternative approaches for addressing production, business, and customer needs. Evaluate and propose appropriate solutions, providing scopes of work, timelines, and capital / expense budgets. Leads interdisciplinary & diverse project teams, drives projects to completion, manages change, solves problems, addresses roadblocks, and provides input for business' capital planning. Coaches Improvement Engineers and plant support teams. Regularly meet with stakeholders to identify and discuss project issues and assign responsibilities and timelines as appropriate for containment and recovery; keep the project on track. Balance project scope / budget / timelines and manage risk in accordance with requirements. Effectively communicate with cross-functional teams and executives and provide regular project updates. Provide business and technical leadership needed for successful conduct of the project.

Skills and abilities : proficient in creating project plans (Gantt Charts) and crafting detailed statements of work (SOW). Must be able to effectively and professionally communicate with management and staff and demonstrate sound judgment / reasoning skills. Ability to prioritize workload with excellent task management and organizational skills. Strong analytical skills and the ability to organize and manage data with attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage one's time and multiple projects in a complex and rapidly changing work environment. Ability to communicate technical concepts to other staff and key stakeholders who have little to no technical ability. Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Teams / SharePoint, and Outlook. Ability and desire to work cooperatively with others on a team; as a team leader, the ability to demonstrate interest, skill, and success in getting groups to learn to work together. Ability to develop and communicate goals in support of the business' mission. Ability to motivate and enhance others' commitment to their work; find creative ways to make people's work rewarding whilst holding people responsible for mutually agreed-upon outcomes. Ability to demonstrate support for innovation and for organizational changes needed to improve the organization's effectiveness.

Position qualifications & requirements : Education : Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Engineering, or related field of study. Experience : Required : Three (3) years of experience as a Project Manager in a manufacturing environment. Three years of experience in steel and aluminum sheet metal manufacturing required. Preferred : Experience in truck body building manufacturing and up-fit, automotive, or related industries. Proven experience in program management, stakeholder management, and managing cross-functional teams. Experience with quality systems including ISO9001, APQP, PDCA (A3), and other industry wide standards. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement strongly preferred. Knowledge and experience in stage-gate product development processes (APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, DFMEA, etc) preferred. Experience and understanding of software development life cycle methodologies and best fit across ERP, web and other projects preferred. Experience with customer-facing applications and sales configurators preferred. Certification / License : PMI / PMP professional certification preferred. Six Sigma certification (Green belt or higher) preferred.

At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. We continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!

Some of our total rewards : comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life; 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match; Paid Parental Leave; Tool Purchase Program; Tuition Reimbursement; Paid Time Off and 10 Observed (Paid) Holidays; Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program; Paid Training and Development Programs. J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.