Project Manager-Norcross, GA
POSITION SUMMARY
The Project Manager will manage and lead the execution of improvement projects for the growing Norcross Fiber Manufacturing Operation.
This is an on-site role. Successful candidate will manage complex, cross-functional manufacturing projects including execution, reporting, risk tracking, stakeholder coordination, and implementation activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
. Contribute to business case development, ROI analysis, budgets and supporting project documentation as needed.
. Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of initiatives of all sizes and complexities in alignment with the business strategy.
. Direct responsibility for ensuring projects are executed on time and within budget.
. Manage resources and engagement through RACI framework.
. Responsible for the overall project plan. Lead implementation planning, project tracking, and execution activities.
. Monitor plan adherence, milestones, risks, and action items to help ensure successful project delivery. Lead recovery initiatives
. Coordinate with cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders to maintain alignment across initiatives in manufacturing.
. Lead project status updates with senior leadership, utilizing dashboards, reporting materials, and meeting documentation.
. Help identify operational challenges, risks, and improvement opportunities through data analysis and stakeholder engagement; proficient at FMEA.
. Participate in change management and continuous improvement activities to support sustainable implementation
. Support site transformation managers and project teams with execution coordination and follow-up activities
. Facilitate meetings, workshops, and project discussions to support collaboration and issue resolution
. Build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders across operations, engineering, supply chain, and corporate functions
. Support multiple concurrent projects while maintaining organization and prioritization
QUALIFICATIONS
. Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA Preferred
. 5+ years as a project manager in operations, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, or related environments
. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification a plus.
. Experience applying Lean Six Sigma principles, process improvement methodologies, and operational excellence tools within manufacturing or industrial environments
. Experience in manufacturing environments related to telecommunication, fiber optic, and cable preferred
. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools like Microsoft Project, Planview, etc., and approved AI tools
. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
. Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs
. Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
. Experience with project tracking, reporting, and implementation support
. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
. Ability to travel periodically as required for project success.
. Other duties as assigned.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
. Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
. Maintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary information
. Strict adherence to Company safety policies and procedures
. Exhibit Lightera's Standards of Conduct
. Operate effectively within a collaborative, cross-functional environment
WORK ENVIRONMENT – On Location- Norcross, GA
Employee is required to be on-site.
