Project Manager

Principle Business Enterprises, Inc

$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
  • 5+ years of project management experience, with 3+ years in manufacturing
  • Strong knowledge of project and change management principles
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with ERP systems beneficial
  • Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or stage gate methodology preferred
  • PMP or other project management certification is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple cross-functional projects to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
  • Lead planning, scheduling, and risk mitigation from concept to completion
  • Champion the stage gate process to ensure clear milestones are met
  • Support initiatives aimed at cost reduction and operational efficiency
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Marketing, and Finance to tackle challenges
  • Provide coaching and leadership to enhance project management skills in teams
  • Drive change management to ensure smooth implementation of new systems

Benefits

  • Collaborative and innovative team culture
  • Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement
  • Engagement in meaningful projects aligned with PBE's mission
  • Work in a manufacturing environment that values efficiency and quality
Full Job Description
Project Manager
Dunbridge, OH

In this role, you'll lead cross-functional projects from start to finish-ranging from product launches and new equipment installations to cost-saving efforts and process improvements. You'll play a vital role in helping teams work together, stay aligned, and deliver measurable results, all while keeping safety, quality, and PBE's mission at the center.

What You'll Do:
  • Manage multiple projects across departments, ensuring they're completed on time, on budget, and within scope
  • Lead planning, scheduling, risk mitigation, and team coordination from concept through completion
  • Champion our stage gate process, ensuring clear milestones and structured execution
  • Support initiatives focused on cost reduction, operational efficiency, and strategic growth
  • Work closely with departments including Engineering, Operations, Marketing, and Finance to align resources and resolve challenges
  • Provide coaching and leadership to individuals and project teams, helping others build project management skills
  • Drive change management efforts to support the successful rollout of new systems or processes
  • Maintain clear documentation, regular communication, and stakeholder updates throughout each project

What You'll Bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field
  • 5+ years of project management experience, including 3+ years in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong knowledge of project management and change management principles
  • Excellent communication, organization, and cross-functional leadership skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with ERP systems and formal project tools a plus
  • Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or stage gate methodology preferred
  • PMP or other project management certification is a plus


At PBE, you'll find a team that values collaboration, innovation, and a shared mission to make a difference. Learn more about PBE's culture and benefits by clicking here.

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