Chicago / Elgin Area | Capital Equipment | Engineered-to-Order Systems
Base salary range: $90,000–$120,000 , depending on experience
Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
401(k) with 100% company match up to 5%
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Life insurance
11 paid company holidays
Paid Time Off
Stable global manufacturer with approximately $225M in revenue and 700+ employees worldwide
High-visibility role working closely with machines, engineering, manufacturing, and customers
We are partnered with a global manufacturer of precision industrial machine tools , with manufacturing and sales operations in the United States, Switzerland, and China . The company designs and delivers custom, engineered-to-order lathe and grinding machine systems for customers with demanding accuracy, performance, and reliability requirements.
The Project Manager oversees and manages all phases of manufacturing projects , from initial customer engagement through final delivery and installation. This role requires strong organizational skills, technical understanding of lathe and grinding machine manufacturing , and the ability to coordinate across multiple departments and stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope and budget, and to the highest quality standards .
Project Managers who are most successful in this role typically bring prior hands-on machine experience (assembly, applications, manufacturing engineering, or field service). An engineering background is a plus , but practical machine knowledge is equally valued.
Reports to: Senior Project Manager
Location:
Chicago / Elgin area. Regular onsite presence is important for success.
Utilize MS Project to develop comprehensive project plans based on project quotes, clearly defining scope, timelines, resources, and deliverables
Coordinate with engineering, operations, supply chain, and sales to align project goals and schedules
Manage project budgets, ensuring effective cost control and efficient resource allocation
Act as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle
Conduct regular customer meetings and status updates to communicate progress and address concerns
Ensure client requirements and expectations are clearly defined and work with internal teams to ensure they are met
Oversee the production and assembly of machine tool systems , ensuring compliance with technical specifications and quality standards
Apply project management tools and methodologies to track progress and resolve issues
Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies
Monitor milestones and deliverables to ensure performance and quality objectives are achieved
Prepare and present project status reports and final project evaluations to senior management
Lead and mentor cross-functional project team members
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and productive work environment
Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively to ensure timely project execution
Experience in machine tools, capital equipment, or complex industrial machinery
Hands-on technical background strongly preferred (machine assembly, applications engineering, manufacturing engineering, field service, or similar)
Project management experience in custom or engineered-to-order environments
Engineering background is a plus , not a requirement
Proficiency with MS Project or similar scheduling tools
Strong communication skills with both customers and internal technical teams
Travel varies by customer and project:
Some projects require periodic travel
Others may involve minimal or no travel for extended periods
Travel is project-driven less than 20% overall.
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