Job Title: Project Manager Job Description We are looking for a Project Manager to join our Product Development team within the Plastics category. In this role, you will oversee and ensure the implementation of product development items from concept through launch. This position requires strong project management and leadership skills, demonstrated by your ability to influence and lead within a rapidly evolving and cross-functional environment. The ideal candidate should have a solid foundation in the fundamental principles of project management as they pertain to product development. Responsibilities + Lead cross-functional project teams, which may include Research & Development, Engineering, HK Master Planning, Commercial Planning, and Regulatory, from concept through launch. + Clearly communicate key milestones, critical path deliverables, and project expectations to team members while identifying and creating mitigation plans for project risks. + Drive accountability among cross-functional team members, ensuring awareness of key deliverable deadlines and commitment to meeting these deadlines. + Provide regular project status updates to the management team, highlighting project risks. + Utilize effective communication skills to inform various levels of the organization and team members in a timely manner. + Facilitate discussions and meetings to enable project teams to resolve conflicts and make timely decisions. + Apply project management principles, including analyzing performance and driving continuous improvement opportunities. Essential Skills + Proficiency in PLM, project management, Microsoft Excel, and the product development life cycle. + Experience with new product introduction (NPI) and consumer manufacturing, with plastics being a plus. + Familiarity with SAP ERP and PTC Arena. + A bachelor's degree is preferred. + A minimum of two years of experience in product management, new product planning, commercial planning, project engineering, or plastics product development. + Experience in the new product introduction process, sales and operations planning, and the product development process. + Strong team communication and organizational skills with the ability to influence business partners. + Comfortable with challenging the status quo and improving processes. + Experience in communication through remote mediums like video conferences, emails, and text communication. + Strong conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills. + Comfortable with systems and data analysis. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in change management is a plus. + Experience using Workfront is a plus. Work Environment This role operates in a hybrid work environment, requiring three days in the office. The environment is highly collaborative, emphasizing teamwork and cooperation. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Carson,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.