SIOP Project Manager & Installation Readiness Lead in Roanoke

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Job Title: SIOP Project Manager & Installation Readiness Lead

Reports To: Vice President SIOP

Location: Waco, TX

Company: TIME Manufacturing Company

Company Overview

TIME Manufacturing Company is a leading global manufacturer of vehicle-mounted aerial lifts, digger derricks, bucket trucks, and bridge inspection equipment. Through its renowned brands—Versalift, Ruthmann, Bluelift, France Elévateur, Movex, BrandFX, and Aspen Aerials—the company serves diverse industries, including electric utility, telecommunications, bridge inspection, tree care, and other fleet-supported sectors. With a strong commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, TIME Manufacturing Company designs and manufactures top-tier products that enable professionals to operate safely and efficiently at various heights.

Job Summary The Order Book Project Manager & Installation Readiness Lead (SIOP PMO) owns the lifecycle of every order from Order Entry through Installation and Shipment, ensuring technical readiness, schedule adherence, milestone compliance, gating discipline, and installation preparation.

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Order Ownership

• Own each order from Gate 1 → Gate 8.
• Maintain the Order Book and master Gantt schedule.
• Track milestone completion and enforce gate lock discipline.
• Drive daily/weekly follow-up across Scheduling, Engineering, Inventory, Install, Production, and Customer Care.
• Escalate risks early and ensure OPD (Original Promise Date) integrity.

Installation Worksheet Ownership

• Create and maintain the official Installation Worksheet for every order.
• Translate customer specifications, PO details, bid sheets, and configuration notes into a controlled document.
• Ensure Engineering, Install, Scheduling, and Production use the worksheet as the single source of truth.
• Control versions in SharePoint with proper approval and audit trail.
• Ensure worksheet is fully complete before Engineering Release and before Clear-to-Build.
• Document all changes and route them through SIOP Change Control.

Install Readiness Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly install readiness reviews for all units approaching install bays.
• Validate availability of Tier 1 materials and escalate shortages immediately.
• Ensure Engineering has completed all drawing updates for custom units.
• Track steel body lead times and identify risk to install start.
• Review chassis prep, mounting requirements, accessories, and any custom installation requirements.
• Maintain an Install Readiness Scorecard across TMC, VSW, Haslet, BrandFX, and other install locations.
• Align with Install Supervisors on bay sequencing, labor planning, and install priorities.

Engineering Coordination (OA/OF Model)

• Ensure technical feasibility is validated before the order is accepted.
• Coordinate preliminary drawings and spec interpretation with Engineering.
• Confirm the product configuration is buildable and meets customer expectations.
• Provide Engineering with the completed Installation Worksheet.
• Validate final drawings, BOM, and routings.
• Confirm all technical requirements are available prior to Frozen Period entry.
• Support Engineering change management and ECO implementation.

PMO Coordination

• Lead weekly Order Health Review with all functional owners.
• Update the Order Book, Gantt, and readiness dashboard.
• Identify gating issues early and drive resolution.
• Provide daily visibility to SIOP leadership on order status, risks, and progress.

Change Control Management

• Own change-control SOP for all customer and engineering changes.
• Approve or reject change requests based on:
  • Gate status
  • Frozen period rules
  • CTB impact
  • Material or engineering constraints
• Update all documents (Worksheet, Gantt, Order Book) upon approval.

Success Metrics

• % Orders on-time through each gate
• Engineering Release On-Time %
• Clear-to-Build On-Time %
• Install start schedule adherence
• Reduction in rework and installation errors
• Frozen period violations (target = zero)
• OPD variance
• Tier 1 and long-lead readiness metrics
• Install Readiness Scorecard results

Qualifications

• Strong manufacturing project management experience

• Understanding of BOMs, routings, engineering drawings
• Ability to coordinate across multiple sites and departments
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Familiarity with Epicor, CTB process, Gantt scheduling, and SIOP principles
• Strong communication and follow-up discipline
• Ability to influence without direct authority

Core Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and innovative work environment

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Time Manufacturing Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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