Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Bright Lights USA Inc. dba BLUSA Defense Manufacturing (blusadefense.com) is a small business manufacturer of mechanical and electro-mechanical components for the defense industry based in Mt. Laurel, NJ. We are an approved manufacturer for the US Government. We are ITAR registered/EAR & DFARS compliant. Our quality management system is certified to AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015. Our facility has a complete machine shop with CNC Milling, CNC Turning, Wire EDM and 3D printing. We offer a full range of manufacturing options-- from small to large quantities, and from the simple to complex--all at reasonable prices. We can even perform reverse engineering for hard-to-find items.

Under the general direction of the Sr. Project Manager, the Project Manager is responsible for the coordination of all functions related to successful project completion in a diverse manufacturing environment. This role plays a key part in facilitating communication across departments to ensure customer requirements are met on time and within budget.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:

• Manage and promote all interdepartmental Work Order communications specific to the project.

• Create Work Orders from processes defined by the Engineering Group within the ERP system.

• Generate procurement requirements for the Purchasing Group within the ERP system.

• Prepare job packets for the Manufacturing Group based on customer specifications.

• Communicate documentation and/or customer-specific requirements to the Quality Assurance team.

• Prepare updates for the Customer Service Group.

• Present project status updates in regular Production Meetings.

• Identify cost, quality, and/or delivery concerns in real time and escalate to Executive Management.

• Communicate any special shipping requirements to the Shipping/Receiving Group.

• Monitor and maintain the accuracy and progress of Work Orders, including:

  • Regularly checking for receipt of materials and lapses in production

  • Ensuring and advising on Sales Orders progress

  • Creating Shop Packets

  • Reviewing and acknowledging any outside service requests

• A team player with strong interpersonal and customer service skills

• Exceptional collaboration, listening, written, and verbal communication skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

• Ability to respond to inquiries from customers, suppliers, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders

• Able to effectively present information to senior leadership, peers, and manufacturing teams

• Problem Solving: Develops alternative solutions

• Adaptability: Adjusts to changes in the work environment and approach

• Judgment: Willing to make decisions and include appropriate team members in the process

• 2–3 years of cross-functional manufacturing and/or project management experience required

• Background in Production Planning, Scheduling, or Control is a plus

• Strong computer skills and familiarity with ERP systems

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings preferred

About BLUSA Defense Manufacturing:

BLUSA Defense Manufacturing is a growing, diversified, full-service contract manufacturer located in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. We produce mechanical and electro-mechanical components for the defense industry. Our work environment is collaborative, quality-focused, and dynamic.

We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, TeleMed, FSA, 401(k), Aflac, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, and PTO.

BLUSA Defense Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.