Entry-Level Manufacturing Project Manager

Griffin Industries is seeking an energetic, entry-level Project Manager to support our operations. Griffin Industries specializes in full-service prototype and low-lot machined casting solutions.

The Junior Project Manager tracks job timelines, updates ERP status, and coordinates job-folder workflow between engineering and production teams. This role acts as a foundational support within our operations, ensuring project continuity from foundry tool design through final machined castings.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior team members in setting up new project entries in the system, setting up project filing structures, and gathering preliminary documentation to launch new jobs.
• Help monitor baseline project plans, track milestones against target delivery dates, and follow up with cross-functional teams to keep active projects moving forward.
• ERP Status & Tracking: Assist in entering data, updating job status, and tracking project timelines within the company ERP system under team guidance.
• Job Folder & Document Flow: Organize, route, and coordinate physical and digital job folders between engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Meeting Support: Attend daily production meetings, job kick-off meetings, and weekly WIP (Work-In-Progress) reviews to take notes and record action items.
• Customer & Vendor Communication: Assist senior managers with sending status updates to customers and following up with vendors on order status.
• Project Scope Documentation: Learn to document job updates, customer changes, and scope revisions alongside senior team members.
• Timekeeping & Compliance: Accurately record all working hours daily in the timekeeping system; submit overtime requests for manager pre-approval.
• Travel: Travel occasionally as needed for customer or vendor visits (approximately 10% under senior supervision).