Project Manager

About Us:

BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com.

 

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

 

Job Description:

Position Description:

​Manages all aspects of complex projects from inception to conclusion. Projects mostly consist of machine sales and post installation changes.

Essential Functions:

• Work with sales, engineering, and product management at proposal stage to define appropriate machine configuration for application.
• Provide technical sales support by creating/giving presentations to customers as needed.
• Assist in customer demos as needed.
• Act as point of contact on assigned projects; performs a variety of highly skilled duties such as assembling, coordinating and managing multidisciplinary technical review teams.
• May participate or lead negotiations with internal or external clients; manage relationships including conducting planning sessions to define project scope and performance expectations.
• Assists with the development of business plans, strategies and approaches to take advantage of business opportunities.
• Provides subject matter expertise in areas including project management, scope definition, risk identification, project methodology, resource allocation, facilitation and other areas based on knowledge and background.
• Facilitates and troubleshoots problems associated with developing complex systems or coordinating the development and design projects.
• Responds to inquiries about projects.
• Ensures timelines are met and project goals are attained.
• Participates in presentations to management on project updates, project cycle and expected results.
• May interface with customer, sales, field service, accounting and operations as necessary to generate cost estimated, gross profit analyses, production estimates and risk analyses.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Specifications:

• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Technical capacity/knowledge of finishing equipment industry.
• Problem solving and analytical ability.
• Working knowledge of MAPICS and MS Office.
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills; be able to independently solve problems while interacting with various teams and teammates on daily processes and flow.
• Must be capable of multi-tasking various duties throughout the day, have a positive attitude with an ability to be versatile and flexible.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Typically requires 2-4 years’ experience in managing medium scale projects.
• Typically requires a minimum of 4-6 years of experience in R&D, field service, manufacturing, or other related fields.

Supervisory/Responsibility:
Typically reports to Aftermarket or New Equipment Value Stream Leader; this position does not directly supervise other employees

Work Environment:
This is an office position associated with a manufacturing facility. Although the employee may spend a portion of his/her time in the office area, the employee’s essential job duties also require the employee to spend a portion of his/her time in the manufacturing area. The employee must be able to correctly wear and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by the employer when in the manufacturing area.

Physical Demands:
This role requires the constant use of standard office equipment; visual and mental focus; light lifting may be required in order to inspect goods; frequent travel is expected.

Position Type:
This is a regular, full-time position with the understanding that a regular workweek will require extended days and hours as needed to meet business needs.

Travel:
Frequent travel is expected for this position

Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It’s not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job. This job description is subject to change at any time.

The approximate pay range for this position is $76,000 – $96,000 annually. Please note that the pay range is a good-faith estimate at the time of posting and may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, and geographic location. Our complete benefits package includes: medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401k plan with company match. 

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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.  If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.  We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.  Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.

 

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

Company:

BW Papersystems