Project Manager, Manufacturing & Engineering Join to apply for the Project Manager, Manufacturing & Engineering role at Reading Bakery Systems Project Manager, Manufacturing & Engineering 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Project Manager, Manufacturing & Engineering role at Reading Bakery Systems Project Manager – Manufacturing & Engineering

Location: Greater Reading Area, PA

Job Type: Full-Time | Exempt

Department: Project Services

Reports To: Director of Project Services

About Reading Bakery Systems

Reading Bakery Systems (RBS) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of industrial baking systems. Our equipment helps produce many of the world’s most recognizable snacks. At our PA facility, we pride ourselves on engineering excellence, customer service, and delivering custom equipment solutions on time and on budget.

Position Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the successful execution of custom equipment projects from initial handoff through customer delivery. This role involves defining scope and deliverables, maintaining schedules and budgets, and communicating effectively with customers and internal teams across engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and sales. This role reports to the Director of Project Services.

Key Responsibilities

Define and document project scope and requirements from quotes, proposals, purchase orders, and customer meetings. Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project. Coordinate and lead internal project kickoff meetings with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Technical Services. Maintain and update the Engineering Project Specifications Sheet to reflect scope, milestone, or schedule changes. Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables through all phases. Facilitate technical reviews with customers and communicate project status clearly and regularly. Monitor scope, schedule, and budget changes; generate project updates and meeting minutes. Track and review time charges and resolve discrepancies with supervisors. Identify project delays and escalate concerns to department heads when necessary. Recommend improvements to enhance product quality and internal processes. Provide guidance to less experienced Project Managers and Associate PMs, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, or related field. Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in a manufacturing or precision engineering environment. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work across all organizational levels. Ability to read and interpret engineering documents, drawings, and specifications. Strong analytical and reasoning skills, including basic technical math (geometry, trigonometry, algebra). Proficient in Microsoft Office and project scheduling tools. Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing capital equipment or engineered-to-order projects. Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing processes. PMP certification or formal project management training.

Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Project Management and Information Technology Industries Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Reading Bakery Systems by 2x Get notified about new Project Manager jobs in Robesonia, PA . Lititz, PA $60,000.00-$65,000.00 2 weeks ago Manheim, PA $95,000.00-$110,000.00 2 weeks ago Lancaster, PA $50,000.00-$60,000.00 1 month ago Lancaster, PA $100,000.00-$120,000.00 11 hours ago IT Software Implementation Project Manager & Educator - Hybrid Denver, PA $120,000.00-$140,000.00 2 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

#J-18808-Ljbffr