Sr. Project Manager-Manufacturing

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Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation. 

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick.  See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview:

As a Sr Manufacturing Project Manager, you will provide leadership and drive execution for manufacturing projects.  These projects will include new product and process launches, capital equipment purchases, equipment reconfiguration and relocation, and process automation.  The Sr. Project Manager will coordinate activities of cross functional resources (Engineering, Maintenance/Support Services, Facilities, Production, Quality) to meet all project deliverables, cost targets, and timeline requirements.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver. 

Essential Functions:

• Create Appropriation Requests (AR) with justification and presentations as needed to secure funding for projects
• Support Indirect Procurement Department regarding vendor contracts and Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA) for equipment purchases
• Lead cross functional review of supplier proposals and supplier selection process
• Develop detailed Statements of Work (SOW’s) defining technical and functional requirements for new equipment as part of the RFP/RFQ process
• Lead team technical reviews to ensure that equipment and systems meet Mercury equipment, controls, and safety specifications
• Coordinate project activities with OEM, contractors, and internal support departments through ongoing cross functional project reviews
• Develop and maintain accurate capital forecasts for projects. Track project spending to budget. Report to Manufacturing team on project spending to forecast.
• Develop and maintain detailed project timelines and task lists.
• Conduct regular project status readiness update reviews with Management
• Ensure all equipment and systems meet runoff and validation requirements as defined in SOW per equipment approval process definition (Gage R&R / Run at Rate).
• Resolve barriers and propose solutions to technical issues
• Provide project management support to the Engineering Team on new product development activities using Mercury’s High-Performance Product Development Process (HPPD) from concept phase through start of production.
• Create and update the manufacturing team readiness for New Product HPPD gate reviews
• Participate in new product Design for Manufacturing (DFM) meetings
• Coordinate cross functional activities to drive new product build events
• Drive completion of all HPPD Deliverables (e.g. PFMEA’s, component PPAP’s, line run at rate)
• Travel as needed, estimated up to 10%

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering
• Proven leadership ability
• 5-7 years of manufacturing engineering experience
• 4-6 years experience in project/program management
• Experience managing $15M+ capital projects
• Verbal and written skills necessary to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Ability to read engineering prints and understand technical specifications
• Organizational skills necessary to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to create and monitor complex schedules
• Excellent problem-solving skills & ability to prioritize projects, required
• Solid P.C. skills with proficiency in AutoCAD, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Certification
• Lean Six Sigma certification

The anticipated pay range for this position is 84,500 to 136,100 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job- related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition