Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Ajax Tocco Magnethermic (ATM), a subsidiary of ParkOhio, traces its roots back to the 1800s and has a rich history of excellence in induction heating and melting solutions. The present company was formed in 1959 when the Magnethermic Corporation acquired the assets of Ajax Electrothermic Corp. combining their expertise and capabilities.

Job Duties

• Communicate effectively with customers and internal teams using verbal and written communication.
• Use Microsoft Project to present accurate project details to customers and management.
• Develop strong professional relationships with current and potential customers.
• Train other project managers to be organized, efficient, and proficient.
• Review contracts and purchase orders to understand payment terms, job cost estimates, and project schedules.
• Generate and revise project schedules; communicate changes to customers and internal teams.
• Process engineering releases (PORs and POCs) in a timely manner.
• Monitor project status and provide input as needed.
• Ensure cross-functional teams (Sales, Material, Engineering, Production Control, Manufacturing, Test, and Paint) meet scheduled commitments.
• Identify and report potential or actual project delays, including long-lead parts.
• Compare actual costs to budgeted costs and collaborate with teams to reduce costs while maintaining quality.
• Report budget overages to upper management with specific causes.
• Schedule and lead conference calls and meetings with customers to provide project updates.
• Occasionally travel to customer facilities as needed.
• Communicate potential delays to the sales team in advance.
• Coordinate with accounting to ensure timely invoicing and follow up on unpaid invoices.
• Provide weekly or as-needed project updates.
• Maintain complete project folders, including equipment photos after shipping and during loading.
• Build customer relationships to support future business opportunities.
• Advise the sales team of potential new business.
• Seek opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce waste across the organization.

What you need to be successful :

Ajax Tocco Magnethermic is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.