Project Manager

We are looking for a Project Manager to oversee manufacturing-focused initiatives in Newbury Park, California. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can guide projects from initial planning through final execution while keeping teams aligned, schedules on track, and budgets under control. The role will support efforts such as product introductions, operational enhancements, and equipment-related projects in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities:

• Direct manufacturing projects from kickoff through completion, ensuring objectives, scope, and deliverables are clearly defined at each stage.
• Build and maintain comprehensive project roadmaps that outline timelines, budgets, resource needs, and key dependencies.
• Partner with stakeholders across engineering, operations, quality, and other functions to coordinate work and keep milestones moving forward.
• Evaluate project status regularly, identify potential risks or schedule impacts early, and implement practical recovery plans when issues arise.
• Prepare and share project performance updates, including progress against deadlines, spending, and completion of major deliverables.
• Promote adherence to applicable safety practices, quality expectations, and regulatory requirements throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Lead improvement-focused efforts that strengthen manufacturing performance by applying structured methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.
• Run project meetings, document decisions and action items, and maintain consistent communication with team members and leadership.
• Support equipment installation and operational change initiatives by coordinating implementation activities and ensuring minimal disruption to production.
• Align project priorities with business goals by balancing competing demands and helping teams stay focused on high-impact outcomes.