Project Manager Job Listing at Kelly Services in Conway, AR (Job ID US3593550_BH9933810)

Description

Title: Project/Portfolio Manager
Location: Conway, AR
Job Type: Contract to Hire, Full-Time (Full benefits and PTO during Contract period)

SUMMARY
Kelly Engineering is looking for a qualified Project Manager to join our client's team in their Conway, Arkansas location. This is an exciting opportunity for a leading provider of interconnect solutions with more than 75 years in the market. Seeking a self-starter who enjoys problem-solving. This role involves serving as a Technical Project Coordinator, focusing on managing and coordinating manufacturing projects within the Conway, Arkansas facility and internationally, primarily in Guadalajara, Mexico, and parts of Asia. The successful candidate will manage 10-15 simultaneous projects, coordinating activities between different business units and proof-of-concept labs located in Lisle and Conway, AR.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Proof of Concept (POC) Lab Project Management
• Portfolio Management 
  • Analyze trends; monitor progress, identify risks, coordinate with project teams to identify issues and risks for improvement opportunities; and design strategies to mitigate future risks within the portfolio
  • Identify interdependencies between projects for share resources and activities
  • Portfolio schedule development according to dependencies and priorities
  • Overall profitability tracking and time to first part and ramp tracking
• New Technology Development Project Management
• Cross-functional collaboration
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  • Work closely with function leaders, stakeholders, and line managers to align project portfolio strategies.
  • Facilitate communication and alignment among stakeholders including challenge sessions on manufacturing strategies
  • Resolve conflicts and promote a collaborative work environment.
  • Technology Integration and Portfolio Reporting and Analytics
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• Oversee the adoption of new technologies and tools.
• Support digital transformation within the factory.
• Process Monitoring and Risk Managemen
• Monitor overall project risks within portfolio and escalate issues as needed
• Project KPI monitoring for Pre-Production and Production phases and provide improvement ideas Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Evaluate and visualize project progress, expenses, and resources.
• Leadership and Team Development
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of relevant experience within a manufacturing project management role
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or other Project Management related certification helpful
• Familiarity with project management tools such as, MS project, JIRA, SmartSheet etc.
• Familiar with Microsoft 365 software to work in a collaborative environment
• Ability to navigate through uncertainties and adapt to fast-changing business environment
• Ability to motivate and guide a team toward project goals.
• Effective at identifying and resolving project-related challenges.
• Summarizing and simplifying complicated communications to give members a clear message.
• Skilled at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Proven experience in portfolio management or a related field.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Passion for driving strategic initiatives and delivering exceptional results.
• BONUS - Proficient in both oral and written English, Mandarin or Spanish or Korean

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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