Project Manager-Norcross, GA

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Manager will manage and lead the execution of improvement projects for the growing Norcross Fiber Manufacturing Operation.

This is an on-site role. Successful candidate will manage complex, cross-functional manufacturing projects including execution, reporting, risk tracking, stakeholder coordination, and implementation activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Contribute to business case development, ROI analysis, budgets and supporting project documentation as needed.
• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of initiatives of all sizes and complexities in alignment with the business strategy.
• Direct responsibility for ensuring projects are executed on time and within budget.
• Manage resources and engagement through RACI framework.
• Responsible for the overall project plan. Lead implementation planning, project tracking, and execution activities.
• Monitor plan adherence, milestones, risks, and action items to help ensure successful project delivery. Lead recovery initiatives
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders to maintain alignment across initiatives in manufacturing.
• Lead project status updates with senior leadership, utilizing dashboards, reporting materials, and meeting documentation.
• Help identify operational challenges, risks, and improvement opportunities through data analysis and stakeholder engagement; proficient at FMEA.
• Participate in change management and continuous improvement activities to support sustainable implementation
• Support site transformation managers and project teams with execution coordination and follow-up activities
• Facilitate meetings, workshops, and project discussions to support collaboration and issue resolution
• Build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders across operations, engineering, supply chain, and corporate functions
• Support multiple concurrent projects while maintaining organization and prioritization

QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA Preferred
• 5+ years as a project manager in operations, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, or related environments
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification a plus.
• Experience applying Lean Six Sigma principles, process improvement methodologies, and operational excellence tools within manufacturing or industrial environments
• Experience in manufacturing environments related to telecommunication, fiber optic, and cable preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools like Microsoft Project, Planview, etc., and approved AI tools
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Experience with project tracking, reporting, and implementation support
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
• Ability to travel periodically as required for project success.
• Other duties as assigned.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
• Maintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary information
• Strict adherence to Company safety policies and procedures
• Exhibit Lightera's Standards of Conduct
• Operate effectively within a collaborative, cross-functional environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT - On Location- Norcross, GA

Employee is required to be on-site.