KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.
Job Title:
Project ManagerReports To:
Program ManagerJob category:
Individual contributor ☒ Management ☐
Division:
Home CareDepartment:
Production ManagementLocation:
Manitowoc, WIDescription / Scope / Mission
Coordinates the D&I projects to ensure the achievement in terms of project time, quality, and cost objectives in line with the customer expectations and the regulatory requirements (FDA cGMP, BRCGS Consumer Products standard, ISO9001 standard).
Key Responsibilities/ Accountabilities
- Manages and coordinates the projects assigned by the Program Manager. Oversees all aspects of the project, using planning, monitoring and controlling processes.
- Responsible for coordinating and completing the project by setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, and monitoring and summarizing the progress of the project. May be responsible for more than one project at a time.
- Has the authority to run the project on a day-to-day basis, exercising creativity in performing this role.
- May be assigned as main technical contact for specific customers, supporting the Group in understanding client needs essential for good relationships and potential new business development.
- Coordinates specific activities in the project timeline according to the project status with all departments inside the company.
- Discusses technical specifications and/or quality issues, project issues, timelines, and other related matters with customers and external suppliers.
- Coordinates the RFQ for New Product Introduction / New Product Execution coming from the Sales Department, providing final Product Cost for quotation purposes.
- Coordinates the D&I local team (Bill of Material Technicians, Formulation Chemist) to provide Plant support on specific D&I activities.
MARGINAL JOB DUTIES:
None
Education / Certification / Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
Experience:
At least 5 years of experience in project management within the consumer products manufacturing industry, ideally with at least 3 years in management positions. Good communication and leadership skills, fluent spoken and written English, and strong problem-solving and teamwork abilities.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
None
Specific Knowledge:
(Technical/Product, Organizational and Interpersonal)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Stand 10% of the time.
- Walk 10% of the time.
- Sit 80% of the time.
- Use hands to finger, handle, or touch 100% of the time.
- Reach above shoulders less than 10% of the time.
- Climb or balance less than 10% of the time.
- Talk or hear 70% of the time.
- Lift up to 25 pounds up to 5% of the time.
- Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less).
- Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).
- Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).
TOOLS/EQUIPMENT USED:
- Use the Computer up to 85% of the time.
- Use the Copier less than 5% of the time.
- Use the Telephone up to 10% of the time.
- Use Lab Equipment up to 5% of the time.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PPE REQUIRED:
- Work near moving mechanical parts less than 10% of the time.
- Work in high places less than 5% of the time.
- Exposed to chemical smells up to 10% of the time.
- Work around electrical equipment 10% of the time.
- Work/job related travel less than 15% of the time.
- Moderate Noise
- Steel Toed Shoes, hair/beard net, safety glasses, and other PPE depending on requirements.
KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.
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