Junior Project Manager - Manufacturing Operations Support

Catalyst Acoustics Holdings • North Aurora, IL • 1h ago

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13475357\ Position Title: Junior Project Manager - Manufacturing Operations Support\ Requisition Id: 1648\ Worker Category: Full Time\ \ Location: North Aurora, IL, US\ \ Salary Range: \$65,000.00 To \$70,000.00 Annually\ \ \ Job Description:

Location: North Aurora, IL

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: VP Operations

Job Summary

The Junior Project Manager Manufacturing Operations Support provides project coordination and execution support for manufacturing and operations initiatives. This role focuses on managing assigned project tasks, timelines, and deliverables, while also supporting basic reporting and operational tracking to assist the broader sales and operations teams.

This position is execution-focused, with limited analytical responsibilities intended to support decision-makingnot to independently define strategy, pricing, or KPI frameworks. The role is well-suited for an early-career professional seeking exposure to project management within an industrial manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Coordination

Support assigned manufacturing and operations projects from

initiation through completion

Maintain project schedules, task lists, and milestone tracking

Coordinate with internal teams to support timely execution of

project deliverables

Track project risks, dependencies, and issues and escalate as

appropriate

Prepare routine project status updates for leadership and

stakeholders

Operational & Reporting Support

Assist with the collection and organization of sales and

operational data

Support basic reporting and dashboard updates using existing

templates and tools

Help track agreed-upon operational metrics and performance

indicators

Compile data for management review; **does not own KPI definition or

strategy

Cross-Functional Support**

Act as a coordination point between sales, operations, and

production teams for assigned initiatives

Support order flow coordination and documentation from sales through

operations

Assist with internal and customer project communications as directed

Continuous Improvement & General Support

Support continuous improvement initiatives through documentation,

tracking, and follow-up

Maintain accurate records related to project timelines, actions, and

outcomes

Perform other related duties consistent with a junior project

management role

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, Project

Management, or a related field preferred

13 years of experience in project coordination, manufacturing

support, or operations roles

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple

tasks and priorities

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience using

templates and reports

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing

environment

Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn and grow within the role

The Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclus\ \ \ \ Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.\ \

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