Junior Project Manager – Manufacturing

Junior Project Manager – Manufacturing

Location: Marietta, OH
Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Power distribution industry experience is required.

Position Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented Junior Project Manager to coordinate customer orders and manufacturing projects from initial entry through shipment. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working across multiple teams and keeping schedules, orders, and project details on track in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will work closely with production, supply chain, engineering, quality, logistics, and customer-facing teams to support accurate execution and on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Manage configure-to-order (CTO) and quick-ship orders from order entry through shipment and closeout.

Review sales orders for accuracy, completeness, and configuration requirements.

Monitor milestones including material availability, production, testing, and shipment.

Maintain accurate order and project information in ERP and project management systems.

Coordinate daily with production, supply chain, quality, and shipping teams.

Provide customer order updates and communicate schedule changes proactively.

Identify at-risk orders and escalate potential delivery issues early.

Assist with logistics coordination, shipping documentation, and customer-specific requirements.

Prepare internal and customer-facing project status reports.

Support continuous improvement efforts involving order tracking and scheduling processes.

What We Offer

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in electrical, industrial, or electromechanical manufacturing.

Familiarity with configure-to-order (CTO) or make-to-order manufacturing processes.

Exposure to power distribution products or industrial equipment.

Experience coordinating manufactured-product shipments and logistics.

CAPM certification or interest in pursuing a project management certification.