Project Specialist

Insight Global • Sterling Heights, MI • 3h ago

Job Description

The Project Specialist is responsible for managing the execution of plant-funded capital projects and quality improvement initiatives within a gear manufacturing and machining environment. This role serves as the primary liaison between gear machining engineering, quality, maintenance, skilled trades, finance, purchasing, and external contractors/vendors to ensure projects are properly scoped, funded, scheduled, and completed. Responsibilities include coordinating equipment installations, tooling and fixture upgrades, error-proofing initiatives, contractor activities, budget tracking, purchase order management, and project documentation. The Project Specialist will support manufacturing processes including hobbing, shaving, grinding, deburring, chamfering, blanking, and heat treatment operations while driving projects that improve safety, quality, throughput, and operational efficiency. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, cross-functional communication, project management capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects from concept through implementation and closeout

Compensation:

$35/hr

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

2+ years of experience in project coordination, project management, or a related administrative/technical support role (internships/co-ops accepted)

2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (machining, gear manufacturing, automotive, or related)

Experience coordinating multiple projects simultaneously in a manufacturing environment.

Experience developing and maintaining project schedules, timelines, and milestone tracking.

Experience supporting project budgets, purchase orders, invoices, and financial reconciliation activities.

Experience working directly with suppliers, contractors, and/or equipment vendors.

Strong documentation and reporting experience, including project status updates and risk tracking

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project - Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related field

2+ years of experience in automotive, powertrain, gear manufacturing, or machining environments

Familiarity with gear manufacturing processes including hobbing, shaving, grinding, deburring, chamfering, blanking, and heat treatment

Experience supporting capital projects and Appropriation Requests (ARs)

Experience with budget tracking, purchase orders, and financial reconciliation

Knowledge of quality tools such as FMEA, 8D, 5-Why, and PPAP

Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma exposure (Poka-Yoke, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement)

Experience coordinating contractors, equipment installations, and machine/tooling projects

PMP or CAPM certification preferred

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