About the role
Description
Griffin Industries is seeking an energetic, entry-level Project Manager to support our operations. Griffin Industries specializes in full-service prototype and low-lot machined casting solutions.
The Junior Project Manager tracks job timelines, updates ERP status, and coordinates job-folder workflow between engineering and production teams. This role acts as a foundational support within our operations, ensuring project continuity from foundry tool design through final machined castings.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist senior team members in setting up new project entries in the system, setting up project filing structures, and gathering preliminary documentation to launch new jobs.
- Help monitor baseline project plans, track milestones against target delivery dates, and follow up with cross-functional teams to keep active projects moving forward.
- ERP Status & Tracking: Assist in entering data, updating job status, and tracking project timelines within the company ERP system under team guidance.
- Job Folder & Document Flow: Organize, route, and coordinate physical and digital job folders between engineering and manufacturing teams.
- Meeting Support: Attend daily production meetings, job kick-off meetings, and weekly WIP (Work-In-Progress) reviews to take notes and record action items.
- Customer & Vendor Communication: Assist senior managers with sending status updates to customers and following up with vendors on order status.
- Project Scope Documentation: Learn to document job updates, customer changes, and scope revisions alongside senior team members.
- Timekeeping & Compliance: Accurately record all working hours daily in the timekeeping system; submit overtime requests for manager pre-approval.
- Travel: Travel occasionally as needed for customer or vendor visits (approximately 10% under senior supervision).
Requirements
Basic Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Associate Degree required, ideally with coursework or certifications in cad/drafting, prototype design, or hands-on fabrication; Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Design, Operations, or Industrial Engineering is a plus
- Technical Skills: Fundamental computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Willingness to learn how to read blueprints and basic Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Familiarity with ERP systems, CNC machining, or foundry concepts is helpful but not required.
- Key Attributes: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to learn manufacturing processes in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits Package
Griffin Industries offers a comprehensive starter compensation and benefits package, including:
Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Wellness Incentive Program
401(k) Plan & Profit Sharing
Annual Profitability Bonus Eligibility
Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Overtime (1.5x hourly rate)