Job Description

The Associate Project Solutions Manager (APSM) supports the planning, coordination, and execution of manufacturing integration projects from order entry through delivery. This entry-to-mid-level role works under the guidance of the Project Solutions Manager to ensure projects are accurately scheduled, properly documented, and executed on time and within scope.

The APSM assists in translating customer orders and product configurations into actionable production plans by coordinating across Engineering, Supply Chain, Planning, and Manufacturing teams. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a desire to learn cross-functional project execution in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Support

• Support the Project Solutions Manager in the execution of project plans, schedules, and deliverables.
• Maintain and update project documentation, status reports, and execution dashboards.
• Track project milestones, identify potential risks or delays, and communicate updates to the project team.
• Coordinate order details between Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to ensure readiness for production.
• Assist in managing changes to project scope, timelines, and materials as directed by leadership.

Cross-Functional Communication

• Serve as a liaison between internal departments to ensure alignment on project priorities and requirements.
• Facilitate the exchange of information between Manufacturing, Planning, and Customer-Facing teams.
• Participate in regular project status meetings, capturing action items and following up on deliverables.

Execution Support

• Assist in translating customer configurations and BOMs into production-ready plans.
• Support material readiness and production tracking through ERP and scheduling systems.
• Monitor order progress, identify constraints, and escalate potential issues to the Project Solutions Manager.
• Contribute to quality checks and order accuracy reviews before release to manufacturing.

Process & Continuous Improvement

• Support processing documentation and standardization initiatives within the Manufacturing Integration team.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements in order processing and communication flow.
• Maintain accurate project records and assist in post-project reviews to capture lessons learned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication across technical and non-technical teams.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, schedules, and basic engineering documentation.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Project, PowerPoint).
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and learning; demonstrates accountability and ownership.
• Interest in manufacturing, project coordination, or operations management.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in project coordination, production planning, or manufacturing support (internships or co-op experience acceptable).
• Exposure to configurable product environments, material handling, or automation is a plus.
• Familiarity with project management fundamentals or coursework (CAPM certification a plus).

The base salary range for this role is $66,100 to $99,200. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the base salary range for this position. Actual base salary offered will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and performance.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 10% travel to manufacturing sites or customer locations as needed.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

It is the policy of FORTNA and its affiliated companies to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, FORTNA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.