Manufacturing Project Assistant Manager

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Project Assistant Manager plays a key role in leading and supporting strategic manufacturing initiatives, including new manufacturing project start up, new product launches, process improvements, equipment installations, and cross-functional coordination.

This role bridges engineering execution with project leadership, ensuring timely delivery, cost control, and operational excellence across manufacturing projects.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead mid- to large-scale manufacturing projects from planning through implementation.

• Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, and resource allocations.

• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure on-time delivery. Cross-functional Coordination

• Act as a liaison between engineering, production, quality, and supply chain teams to align project goals and execution

. • Facilitate regular project meetings, updates, and stakeholder communications. Process & Equipment Implementation

• Oversee installation and commissioning of new equipment and production lines.

• Validate new manufacturing processes through trials, capability studies, and performance metrics.

• Ensure all implementations meet safety, quality, and productivity standards. Documentation & Compliance

• Ensure complete and accurate documentation of project activities, including process flows, SOPs, risk assessments, and validation reports.

• Support compliance with internal standards and external regulations.

Continuous Improvement & Technical Support

• Identify and lead initiatives for process optimization, cost reduction, and efficiency improvement.

• Support troubleshooting and stabilization of new processes during ramp-up phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering;

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or project management.

• Proven experience managing cross-functional projects with measurable impact.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing systems, equipment, and process validation.

• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project) and CAD software.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results in a fast-paced environment.