Gray's Specialty Equipment segment offers a comprehensive range of expert services, including design, manufacturing, integration, installation, and maintenance of some of the most advanced systems in the food, industrial, pharmaceutical, and vacuum science markets. From components to fully integrated equipment, we provide purpose-built solutions that integrate seamlessly into larger facility design-build, expansion, and retrofit projects.
The Specialty Equipment segment includes Anderson Dahlen, located in Ramsey, MN and Waconia, MN. Anderson Dahlen specializes in stainless steel and specialty alloy fabrication and is ISO 9001:2015 certified, as well as ASME, AWS, and PED compliant.
The wage range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; certifications; as well as other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $88,150 to $129,000 annually.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION:
Project Manager will be a critical member of the Engineering team and possess solid project management knowledge, experience, and skills to manage, lead and direct one or more projects from initiation to successful on time completion. Accomplish this by planning, monitoring, and coordinating the job flow within and between each of the manufacturing departments, consistent with customer expectations and Anderson & Dahlen goals, budget, and customer satisfaction objectives. Work with Sales, Engineering, Procurement and Operations to identify potential risks early and develop mitigation actions. Exceptional communication and leadership skills are critical success factors while working with key stakeholders.
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
- Plans and manages project execution from up front quoting and design engineering through downstream manufacturing and delivery activities, including onsite installation in some cases.
- Plays an active role in project related kick off meetings to assist in the development of project timeline, requirements, and labor resources needed to meet customer delivery schedules.
- Develops the production plan by entering BOM and routing into ERP System.
- Works with engineering, operations and purchasing department to acquire all necessary articles, expedites and arranges for sub-contracting when necessary.
- Identifies workload and critical path; maintains a continual awareness of potential bottlenecks that could negatively impact the achievement of on-schedule completion of in-process operations; recommends and/or implements short term containment actions in order to ensure delivery timeliness and workload leveling.
- Coordinates shipping packaging requirements, arrival times, and specified carriers with shipping department as required to meet customer expectations.
- Works with CAD designers and engineers; and as such is consistently able to communicate clearly and effectively with personnel in an appropriate and understandable manner.
- Intimately involved in all welding, finishing, and assembly activity for the design build group. Addresses potential issues to avoid problems and minimize rework and provides related information necessary for effective management.
- Conduct regular communications to customers (both internal and external), regarding project status, milestones achieved, progress billing, etc.
- Coordinates/communicates and plans activities with other personnel, as appropriate, to ensure a coordinated work effort and "team" approach.
- Ensures that a favorable Company image is presented to customers, and that all customer relationships are based on honesty and integrity.
- Coordinates project close meeting to evaluate achievement of estimated versus actual metrics, as well as capture lessons learned.
- Occasional travel to customer site for installation or issue resolution.
- Performs related work as apparent or assigned.
- Complies with Company and Department policies and procedures as applicable.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENTRY:
- BS degree in Engineering in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Machine Design or related field with 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
- AAS degree in a Technical/Engineering field with 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
- Experience with welding, fabrication, forming, bending, laser a plus.
- Knowledge of ERP systems required (preferably Made to Manage).
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings required.
- Familiarity with 3D CAD software a plus (preferably Solid Works).
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- PMP certification is a plus.
- Detail-oriented with strong planning and monitoring skills.
- Must exhibit strong leadership and sound decision-making qualities.
- Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Solid teamwork and organizational skills including attention to detail, problem solving and multi-tasking.
- Ability to work independently, proven efficient time management and organizational skills.
- Displays a positive attitude and a strong desire to learn and grow.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The company fosters a manufacturing-type environment. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Lift/Carry-
- 0-10 lbs.- Occasionally
- 11-50 lbs.- Never
- 51-100 lbs.- Never
- Push/Pull-
- 0-25 lbs.- Occasionally
- 26-75 lbs.- Never
- 76-100 lbs.- Never
- Bend- 0-33% during an 8-hour shift
- Twist/Turn- 0-33% during an 8-hour shift
- Kneel/Squat- Not at all
- Sit- 67-100% during an 8-hour shift.
- Stand/Walk- 0-33% during an 8-hour shift
- Overhead Reaching- 0-33% during an 8-hour shift
- Ladder/Stair- 0-33% during an 8-hour shift
EEO DISCLAIMER:
Gray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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