About Us:

BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com.

 

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

 

Job Description:

As the Program Manager with BW Papersystems, you will be responsible for providing program management discipline and driving the successful execution of major New Product Development (NPD) projects for Corrugated Finishing Equipment product line.  Your leadership will be instrumental in delivering cutting-edge products to market, meeting project objectives, and maintaining adherence to budget and schedule. The Program Manager serves as the primary point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional teams to successful launches of NPD Machines, resulting in ready-to-serve products.
• Foster alignment and collaboration across multiple functional areas towards common business objectives (Key Performance Indicators – Schedule, Requirements, Product Cost, Project Cost).
• Ensure consistent alignment across all stakeholders, including internal leadership, internal functional departments, and customers, to keep projects on track with business goals.
• Construct well-informed project schedules in collaboration with the team, encompassing task delineation, resource allocation, milestone setting, and compliance to deadlines.
• Precisely define and establish consensus on project scope, deliverables, and schedules ahead of project commencement.
• Ensure disciplined adherence to Program Management execution playbooks and standards.
• Conduct quality control on the projects throughout development to maintain the standards expected.
• Facilitate and drive effective conflict resolution.
• Make judicious decisions when confronted with multiple options to drive steady project advancement.
• Identify and support process improvement initiatives to drive towards project execution excellence.
• Anticipated travel - 20%

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required; B.S. in Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 5 years program/project management experience required, preferably in a technical or manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of 3+ years in managing engineering-focused technical development projects.
• Formal project management training or certification (e.g., PMP) is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including MS Project or equivalent.
• Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills.

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The approximate pay range for this position is $101K - $130K base salary + competitive incentive structure which may vary based on performance. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.

 

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.  If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.  We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.  Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.

 

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

 

Company:

BW Papersystems