Engineering Project Manager

Summary: Coordinates activities and resources necessary to execute assigned Engineering Projects. Operates Computer Aided Design (CAD) software to design and produce plans for machines, machine modifications, parts, and layouts. Key Accountabilities Prepares accurate cost analyses of all development projects and forecasts accurate project completion dates Participates in contract negotiations, ensuring efficiency and profitability for the Company Coordinates activities and resources necessary to execute assigned Engineering Projects placing particular emphasis on servicing existing product lines Remains alert to industry technology and equipment changes for future development Operates Computer Aided Design (CAD) software to design and produce plans for machines, machine modifications, parts, and layouts Maintains appropriate communications within area of responsibility Ensures optimum performance of the function.

Recommends and implements techniques to improve productivity, increase efficiencies, cut costs, take advantage of opportunities, and maintain stae-of-art practices Keeps abreast of current trends and practices in field of expertise Assumes other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

Bachelors Degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience Seven years progressively responsible manufacturing engineering experience required in flexible packaging perferred Skills, Abilities, and Competencies High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities Ability to get along with diverse personalities, tactful, mature, flexible Strong analytical, numerical and reasoning abilities, sound judgement Good communication skills, written and verbal Resourceful and well organized Ability to establish credibility and be decisive, while recognizing and supporting the organization's preferences and priorities Self-starter and results-oriented with the ability to balance other business considerations