Project Manager at Gentex Corp

Manchester, New Hampshire, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Self-Motivation, Results-Driven, Interpersonal Skills, Team Skills, Relationship Building, Adaptability, Flexibility, Positive Attitude, Business Acumen, Influencing Skills

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Description GENTEX AT A GLANCE: At Gentex Corporation, we’ve created an environment where great ideas and great people can thrive. Leveraging a history that spans over 130 years, Gentex is a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel operating in high performance environments. Join our multinational team of exceptional and dedicated employees around the world and work on challenging and rewarding projects, grow your skills, and advance your career all while making a positive difference in the lives of our customers. Together, you and Gentex can build a career that’s uniquely yours. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 2+ years of Project Management experience; in a military or commercial field preferred. BS Degree in Engineering, Business Management or applicable work experience. ABOUT THE JOB: The Project Manager assumes a pivotal role akin to a strategic conductor, closely collaborating with Program and Engineering leaders, as well as Manufacturing leaders. Together, orchestrating the seamless management, execution, and collaboration of both ongoing manufacturing projects and cutting-edge engineering development endeavors. This involves aligning user specifications with design requirements, documenting deliverables, managing schedules, controlling costs, and ensuring overall compliance. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Foster effective communication channels with peers, stakeholders, and the wider business to ensure engagement, support, and successful delivery of project outcomes. • Collect and consolidate project status updates, providing inputs for key project management tools such as Integrated Master Plans, Risk Registers, Monthly Status Reports, Executive Program Reports, and Financial Reports. • Ensure adherence to proper procedures for managing project risks (opportunities and threats), issues, and dependencies. • Clearly communicate project status, decision requests, identified risks/issues, and recommended actions to relevant stakeholders. • Deliver regular status and reporting updates to Product Management, Program Management, and Business Development upon request. • Collaborate as an integral member of cross-functional teams, working together to meet project deadlines, budget constraints, and maintaining flexibility in the integrated master schedule. • Support project meetings, both on-site and off-site, by recording accurate meeting minutes and tracking action items for follow-up. • Coordinate the compilation of inputs for monthly status reports at the project and program levels. • Execute assigned tasks in strict accordance with established company procedures and work instructions, adhering to ISO 9001/AS 9100 standards. • Fulfill any other duties as assigned by the organization. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: • Attention to Detail: A meticulous and detail-oriented approach to tasks, ensuring accuracy and precision in all aspects of work. • Self-Motivation: Intrinsic drive and initiative to consistently achieve goals and meet deadlines without constant supervision. • Results-Driven: A strong focus on delivering tangible outcomes and achieving measurable results in a proactive and efficient manner. • Interpersonal and Team Skills: Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, fostering positive working relationships with team members and stakeholders. • Relationship Building: Proven experience in cultivating and managing diverse relationships across various areas of a business, leveraging effective communication, and influencing skills. • Adaptability in a Fast-Paced Environment: The ability to thrive and perform effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced organizational setting, skillfully managing competing priorities and demands. • Flexibility and Positive Attitude: A flexible mindset that embraces change, remaining adaptable and optimistic in the face of evolving workloads and challenges. • Business Acumen: Confidence and capability in engaging with individuals at all levels of a business, demonstrating professionalism, credibility, and sound judgment. • Influencing Skills: Demonstrated ability to build and manage relationships at all levels, including senior stakeholders and peers, effectively persuading and influencing others to achieve desired outcomes COMMUNICATION WITH OTHERS: • Internal: Regularly collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality staff, and various departments within the organization daily, fostering effective communication and teamwork. • External: Engages in necessary communication with external parties, including Government personnel, suppliers, subcontractors, and customers, ensuring clear and concise interactions that uphold professional standards and facilitate productive relationships. TO APPLY: Visit: https://gentexcorp.com/careers/ LOCATION: Gentex’s Manchester facility is located in southern New Hampshire. Manchester is the largest convention, sports, entertainment, and arts & cultural destination in New Hampshire. There is so much to do, see and experience in Manchester including major concerts, AA minor league baseball, live performances at the historic Palace Theatre or exhibits at our renowned museums. Located in the heart of New England, Manchester is also conveniently located within an hour’s drive of Boston, an hour from the Atlantic Ocean and less than two hours from New Hampshire’s scenic White Mountains, Lake Winnipesaukee and the many other well-known vacation destinations in Maine, Vermont and Massachusetts. Gentex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for any applicable state or federal protected class. Gentex is an E-Verify Participant. Pre-employment drug/alcohol/background screening is required.

Responsibilities

The Project Manager collaborates with Program, Engineering, and Manufacturing leaders to manage and execute manufacturing projects and engineering development endeavors. This includes aligning specifications with design requirements, managing schedules, controlling costs, and ensuring compliance.