Project Manager (Product Development & Quality) in Aurora

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Peerless-AV® is a leading designer and manufacturer of award-winning audio solutions for over 75 years.  Our AV solutions range from interactive kiosks, outdoor displays, video wall mounts and more.  You may not know Peerless-AV® by name, but you have likely seen our products in malls, amusement parks, hotels, sport stadiums and/or different restaurant drive-thru.

• We are leading the industry by providing our customers with standard-setting product quality, service and value.
• We strive to create a fun work environment throughout the year, not just during the holiday seasons.  Employees look forward to our company parties with raffles, contests, lunch and laughs. 

Job Description

Effectively manage Peerless-AV product development projects and assure projects are completed on time, within budget and meeting all customer, product functionality & compliance requirements. Has the overall responsibility for the successful initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring, controlling and closure of a customer project as well as all standard products currently in development. Serve as the central point of contact, coordinating communication between internal & external stakeholders, and project team.

Qualifications

Education:      

• Bachelor’s degree in Business MGT, Product Development or related Engineering field  
• Project MGT Certification a plus

Experience:    

• Minimum 5 years Project MGT experience in Product Development & manufacturing industry, with a demonstrated ability to manage complex projects from concept to launch.
• Audio-Visual mounting industry experience . 
• Strong understanding of product development process and project management. 

Required Skills:

• Strong interpersonal & leadership skills to be able to interact, manage projects risk and changes with all levels within the organization and external stakeholders: customers & partners.
• Excellent communications & presentation skills to clearly express ideas & concepts in writing and verbally. 
• Technical aptitude & understanding of product development, including design, testing, engineering & MFG
• Ability to think strategically, critically and creatively. 
• Proven organizational, analytical & problem-solving skills, ability to address challenges & make data-driven decisions
• Ability to work independently and in a Team environment.
• Strong MS Office (MS Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Word), other Project MGT platforms skills. 

ESSENTIAL RESULTS:

• Works closely with Product MGT, Engineering, MFG, QA roles & Executive Team on standard & custom products being introduced, developed / revised. Assure projects gates & deliverables are effectively & efficiently managed and documented through all phases.
• Cohesive daily communication between the PM, Sales, Customer (custom projects), Engineering, Quality, Marketing communications and Manufacturing.

• Report on projects status, any delays, escalate, provide guidance, direction & solutions
• Manage project work and act on variances from the plan as well as bring projects to closure, document project execution and suggest process improvements.
• Understanding of the company's business functions and work processes.
• Aware of the Quality & Environmental Policies & Objectives and understand your role & contribution towards these goals and how activities in your area contribute towards these objectives.
• QMS & EMS Master List – aware where to find documented policies, procedures & instructions 
• Aware of Significant Environmental Aspects & Impacts (Environmental MGT System)
• Understand Environmental Compliance obligations & implications for non-complying
• Proper MGT & handling of Hazardous & non-hazardous Waste, including recycling.
• Participate & support Peerless Emergency Preparedness & response plan.
• Contribute & support QMS & EMS Policies, Objectives, initiatives & improvements
• Perform other duties as required.

Project Management:

• Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
• Track project milestones and deliverables.
• Define project success criteria & disseminate it to stakeholders throughout project life cycle.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Sitting for prolonged periods of time (constant computer-based work)

• Must be able to enter a plant/warehouse (can range in temperature, humidity and dust levels).
• Must be able to wear required safety equipment.
• Occasional bending (at knees) or lifting boxes/packages 2-30 lbs.

Additional Information

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the chance to work on a variety of exciting projects. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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