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Outform lists this Production Project Manager opportunity in union city, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
JOB SUMMARY
The Production Project Manager is responsible for managing retail display and packaging projects from production through final delivery. This role oversees domestic and international manufacturing partners, coordinates schedules and budgets, supports prototyping and engineering change documentation, and ensures quality and design integrity throughout the production lifecycle. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, technical manufacturing knowledge, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
SCOPE & ACCOUNTABILITY
The Production Project Manager owns day-to-day execution of assigned production projects and is accountable for delivering finished goods on time, within budget, and to quality standards. This role works closely with account management, development, engineering, and logistics teams as well as external manufacturing vendors to ensure projects progress from concept to distribution seamlessly. The Production Project Manager is responsible for identifying risks, documenting production and engineering issues, escalating concerns appropriately, and implementing solutions that support project objectives and client expectations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage all aspects of assigned projects to ensure on-time and accurate delivery of orders
Follow up on status for domestic and international production with manufacturing vendors
Generate manufacturing orders and prepare projects for production readiness
Support project development efforts, including feasibility reviews and material considerations
Assist with prototype builds and document engineering changes
Document engineering and production issues and support corrective actions
Support packaging submissions, including design review and drop testing coordination
Utilize Microsoft D365 ERP to enter project BOMs, create purchase orders and support production planning
Review and approve proofs, dielines, and first article/
Identify, document, and communicate potential quality concerns
Ensure projects remain within approved budgets and timelines
Maintain design integrity and quality standards throughout production
Submit instruction sheets requests and provide supporting documentation
Support shipping logistics coordination and identify any special shipping requirements
Work with line leads to approve first articles and finished goods pack outs
KEY INTERFACES (NON-REPORTING)
This role collaborates regularly with: Account Management Team
Development Team
Design & Creative Teams
Engineering
Production Line Leads
Quality Assurance
Supply Chain & Logistics
Packaging & Testing Vendors
Domestic and International Manufacturing Partners
Purchasing (budget tracking and cost approvals)
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Success in this role will be measured against metrics including but not limited to: On-time project delivery performance
Budget adherence and cost variance
Quality metrics (defect rates, rework, and first article approval success)
Responsiveness to production issues and effectiveness of resolutions
Stakeholder satisfaction (internal teams and manufacturing partners)
QUALIFICATIONS Proven experience managing production projects for retail displays and/or packaging
Experience coordinating domestic and international production and shipping
Ability to read and interpret Engineering Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience working within ERP systems (Microsoft D365 preferred)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes including (preferred but not required): Corrugated packaging, Printing, Vacuum forming, Plastic fabrication, Wood fabrication, Metal fabrication, and finishing processes such as painting and powder coating
LEADERSHIP ATTRIBUTES & PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS Problem Solver - Proactively identifies production issues and develops practical, timely solutions
Independent Contributor - Manages workload with minimal supervision while knowing when to escalate issues
Budget Focused - Makes decisions with cost awareness and accountability
Deadline Driven - Thrives in fast paced environments with firm delivery timelines
Quality Focused - Maintains high standards and attention to detail across all production stages
Results Oriented - Drives projects to completion with a focus on outcomes
Team Player - Collaborates effectively across departments and with external partners
Highly Organized - Manages multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Working conditions are in a normal office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, and stand, using hands to handle, finger, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Occasionally, the employee must crouch or kneel. The employee must occasionally exert or lift up to 20 pounds. Successful performance requires good eyesight with or without corrective lenses. Requires long periods of time working at a computer and includes phone work. Travel up to 20% of the time is required and is an essential function of this position.
DISCLAIMER
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Notice $70,000 to $82,500 Skills & Requirements Qualifications
Worksite address
union city, CA, 94587, US
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