• Project Manager

    Actalent (Fenton, MO)


    Job Title: Project Manager

    Job Description

    We are seeking a hands-on Project Manager with proven experience leading large-scale manufacturing initiatives. This role focuses on driving operational excellence, visibility, and transparency across cross-functional teams while delivering measurable improvements in production efficiency. The initial assignment is a six-month project with the goal of setting up five stations for single-piece flow to reduce the production time of surgical forceps by half.

    Responsibilities

    + Lead and manage large-scale manufacturing projects with a focus on operational excellence.

    + Drive cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives with transparency and accountability.

    + Implement single-piece flow or lean manufacturing principles to improve production efficiency.

    + Utilize Microsoft Project Suite for planning, scheduling, and tracking project progress.

    + Present project updates to executive leadership and facilitate effective cross-functional meetings.

    + Ensure stakeholder visibility and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.

    + Manage project cycles with clear milestones and measurable outcomes.

    Essential Skills

    + Extensive project management experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.

    + Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Project Suite.

    + Strong leadership skills to guide and motivate cross-functional teams.

    + Excellent communication abilities for presentations and discussions.

    + Experience in implementing lean manufacturing principles.

    + Demonstrated success in maintaining project visibility and transparency.

    + Ability to manage six-month project cycles with measurable outcomes.

    + Knowledge of medical device manufacturing or regulated industries (FDA, ISO standards).

    + Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or a related field.

    + PMP certification preferred.

    + Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt).

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience in medical device manufacturing or other highly regulated industries.

    + Advanced proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).

    + Strong background in change management.

    + Experience in implementing single-piece flow systems or other lean methodologies at scale.

    + Ability to analyze and present complex data to executive leadership.

    Work Environment

    The position is based at a new manufacturing center in Fenton, MO. The Project Manager will be the primary contact and work closely with a Drafter/Industrial Engineer and outside consulting resources. The role involves direct collaboration with team members and stakeholders to drive project success.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Fenton, MO.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/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 fully onsite position in Fenton,MO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 31, 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.