Manufacturing Fabrication Program Lead
Location: Louisville, KY
Are you the person who...
- Thrives on turning complex fabrication builds into predictable, on-time deliveries?
- Brings engineering, design, and production into perfect alignment?
- Sees risks early, acts quickly, and keeps stakeholders confidently informed?
Role focus
- Own multiple fabrication projects simultaneously with responsibility for scope, schedule, and budget.
- Coordinate tightly with engineering, design, and production to synchronize goals and milestones.
- Develop and maintain project baselines, detailed schedules, and clear status communications.
- Proactively identify risks; implement mitigation and escalation paths.
- Lead regular touchpoints and reviews to track progress and surface decisions.
- Drive best practices and continuous improvement to enhance throughput and quality.
- Maintain all project documentation; ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Mentor junior PMs and team members to strengthen delivery discipline.
What success looks like
- Projects delivered on time and within budget.
- Cross-functional stakeholders aligned and informed.
- Issues resolved quickly, with minimal disruption to the floor.
- Noticeable gains in process efficiency and product quality over time.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline preferred.
- 3+ years in project management.
- Record of leading complex efforts from kickoff through close.
- Deep familiarity with fabrication processes and practices.
- Strong communicator and collaborator across varied teams.
- Fluency with project management software and toolsets.
- Analytical, methodical, and solution-oriented.
- PMP or similar credential is a plus.
Proficiencies
- Project Management
- Inventory Management & Control
Ready to lead programs that move from drawing to delivery with precision? Let’s talk.