Description

General Kinematics is the premier manufacturer of vibrating equipment for the processing of bulk materials. From vibratory feeders to entire process systems, General Kinematics creates the solutions customers require to process even the most difficult materials.

This position will be assigned to manage a variety of customer orders through the entire scope of service as sold. Within these responsibilities will be managing the project timeline, defining, and writing change orders, supplier management and travel to on-site installations.

Serve as the point of contact on designated projects from receipt of PO through customer sign-off.
Ensure the timeline on customer orders is met.
Develop change orders as necessary. This will include costing and timeline adjustments.
Request and secure current pricing for outside bids to be used within active customer orders and within the quoting process.
Assist with development of a roster of suppliers and contractors for GK Systems.
When a project is live, serve as point of contact & coordinator for all outside suppliers and contractors
Travel to job sites to represent GK during system install & start-up.
When applicable, attend the “Project with Issues” meeting to serve as the customer’s liaison and work with internal stake holders to determine root cause designation and lessons learned for the company.
Respond to inquiries about current contract sales projects within the Company.
Track project performance, specifically analyzing short-and long-term goals.
Maintain weekly communication with internal departments with updates to ensure proper adherence to established timelines and objectives.
Assist in developing best practices goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Track budgetary objectives and adjust project constraints based on financial analysis.
Fully support the Company’s ISO objectives, policies, procedures and the GK SCOPE program.
Utilize analytical skills and experience to make independent decisions.
Foster cooperation and collaboration among team members.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

3-5 years of capital equipment projects experience.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (WORD, EXCEL, etc.) required.
Knowledge of Microsoft Project is preferred.
Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
Certified PMP (Project Management Professional) is preferred.
Working knowledge of CAD (Autodesk products) is preferred.
Vibratory equipment and Foundry/Mining/Recycling industries’ knowledge a plus.
Experience with Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing is preferred.
Solid “Value Focused” customer service skills.
Demonstrate objectivity, professionalism, integrity, and honesty in dealing with people at all levels and facilitates an environment for open and honest discussion.

Pay/Benefits:

Pay: $80,000 to $100,000 paid annually. The range provided is a guideline and not a guarantee of compensation. Other factors that are involved in offer decisions include, and are not limited to a candidate’s experience, qualifications, geography, and internal equity.

Benefits: The position also comes with an annual profit-sharing incentive bonus payment. Our benefit programs provide choice and flexibility to meet the needs of you and your family. This includes health and well-being, financial planning tools, career development, PTO, and more.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

EOE M/F/D/V