Associate Project Manager

Join our dynamic team and embark on an exciting career where innovation is at the heart of everything we do. 

At SGK, we create amazing in-store experiences for brands across several sectors, from the nation’s favorite fast-food joints to the world’s most renowned retailers. With a legacy spanning over six decades, we’re a family business with the backing of a global powerhouse, meaning you get the best of both worlds when you join our team. Our culture is the bedrock of our success, which is why we’re committed to fostering an environment where authenticity is encouraged and diverse talent flourishes. If you’re a hard worker with a can-do attitude and a knack for seeing opportunities where others see challenges, then we want to hear from you. 

POSITION SUMMARY

 

Join SGK’s Metal Deco Innovation Center in East Butler, PA, as an Associate Project Manager and play a key role in bringing innovative packaging projects to life. In this role, you’ll help plan, coordinate, and execute small-scale projects—making sure they’re delivered on time, within budget, and at the highest quality standards. You’ll gather requirements, develop project plans, confirm cost structures, and keep projects on track, all while working closely with cross-functional teams, departments, and clients. You’ll also have the chance to support senior team members on larger-scale initiatives, giving you valuable exposure and growth opportunities.

 

At our Metal Deco Innovation Center, creativity and precision engineering come together in a unique way. Our team specializes in metal deco printing—a process unlike traditional flat-surface printing—where designs are printed directly onto pre-formed cylindrical cans. This work demands an expert eye for detail and strong knowledge of color trapping to deliver crisp, vibrant results every time.

 

If you’re ready to build your career in a collaborative, creative environment, click “Apply Now” for immediate consideration!

WHAT WE OFFER

 

•    Medical, Dental & Vision: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, including an employer HSA (Health Savings Account) contribution.
•    Discretionary Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with earned time off to spend on your terms.
•    Paid Holidays: Celebrate special moments and create lasting memories with paid holidays.
•    Floating Holidays: We value your flexibility, and we offer floating holidays to suit your schedule.
•    Financial Perks: 401(k) program, complemented by a company match.
•    Education Perks: We believe in your continued growth and offer educational assistance to support your professional development.
•    Dependent Scholarship Opportunities: We care about your family's future, which is why we provide opportunities for your dependents to pursue their educational dreams.

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

 

•    Collects, analyzes and understands project requirements.
•    Develop and maintain project plans, including documentation of project scope, objectives, deliverables, key milestones, timelines, schedules, internal and external resources, project dashboards, etc.
•    Communicates the project status, requirements, and structure across the Project Management team and all necessary departments.
•    Defines potential problems and suggest alternatives based upon cost implications, time constraints, and customer quality standards.
•    In partnership with leadership and the project management team, analyzes the project’s cost structure and any significant deviations from the approved cost structure.
•    Collaborates with manufacturing, sales/marketing, and purchasing teams in project definition, feasibility, and approval process.
•    Assists with project reviews according to prescribed process/structure.
•    Attends project planning meetings as needed; serves as subject matter expert regarding workflow, processes, capacity, timelines, etc.
•    Assists with the implementation of workflow management and reporting tools focusing on quality, profitability, efficiency, and productivity.
•    Participates in cross-functional teams to develop and/or adapt processes, policies, and workflows to improve efficiency, accuracy, speed, quality, etc.
•    Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

 

•    Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management or related field.
•    2+ years of previous project management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
•    Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
•    High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
•    Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from con