Job Description
As the Project Manager, your primary responsibility is to meticulously plan, execute, and successfully conclude projects in line with customer expectations and financial parameters. This pivotal role involves orchestrating the collaboration of various teams including engineers, production, service, purchasing, and accounting, to ensure seamless project delivery. Leveraging Viking Masek's advanced project management tools, you will define project scopes, objectives, and meticulously maintain them throughout the project lifecycle. Continuous communication and updates to customers, both through traditional channels like phone and email, as well as face-to-face meetings, are essential components of this role. Additionally, you'll interface with internal departments and customer-focused teams to ensure alignment and satisfaction. Ideal candidates will possess robust project management expertise, preferably within the packaging industry.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage project schedules, ensuring timely completion.
• Exercise diligent control over project budgets to achieve financial targets.
• Define and manage project scope, maintaining comprehensive order summaries.
• Proactively manage and exceed customer expectations throughout the project.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external sales teams to drive project success.
• Provide strategic direction to purchasing teams regarding ancillary equipment procurement.
• Implement and maintain systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Miscellaneous Responsibilities:

• Champion the Viking Value Proposition in all interactions.
• Represent the company at trade shows as required.
• Commit to continuous improvement and stay abreast of industry advancements through ongoing training.
• Regularly update production schedules to optimize efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency with 3-5 years of experience in project management.
• Preferably possess knowledge of the packaging industry.

Expectations: Learn, embrace & maintain Core Values: Driven & Passionate, Innovative, Win, Teamwork

• At Viking Masek, we focus on Raising the Bar & Nailing it on a daily basis.
• Commitment, Accuracy, Accountability, Communication, Closure
• Positive & supportive attitude
• Make a promise & keep a promise. Deliver to your internal & external customers.
• Always deliver the Viking Value Proposition

Business Hours: Monday through Friday - 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Based on departmental needs. Travel may be required.

Viking Masek Packaging Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Viking Masek Packaging Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Viking Masek Packaging Technologies expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Viking Masek Packaging Technologies employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.