IT Project Manager

OVERVIEW IPG Photonics Corporation, the leader in high-power fiber lasers and amplifiers used in materials processing and other diverse applications, is looking for a Project Manager who will facilitate the delivery of a multitude of IT-related projects by working with a staff of highly talented professionals from ERP Applications Support, Infrastructure/ Networking, and Security teams. In this role, you will strive to keep the team productive and organized by building and managing a realistic schedule and facilitating and fostering communication within and across teams. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Create detailed project plans, communication plans, and all standard project documentation to ensure the project team's organization. Conduct weekly project meetings to ensure deadlines are met and the projects are on target. Lead cross-functional and cross-regional teams when required. Escalate issues and risks to appropriate stakeholders and work to resolve them. Create weekly status reports of projects for Management Review. Work with Resource Managers to ensure resources for the project team are secured. Translate business needs into technical needs. Communicate effectively with production and manufacturing departments to ensure proactive support and administration, including support for new products. Build and maintain positive customer relationships; meet customer needs. Provide exceptional customer service and communication skills to convey competence to end-users. Document current functionality and process flows, and suggest areas for improvement. WHO WE ARE IPG Photonics Corporation is the leader in high-power fiber lasers and amplifiers used primarily in materials processing and other diverse applications. The Companys mission is to make its fiber laser technology the tool of choice in mass production. IPG accomplishes this mission by delivering superior performance, reliability, and usability at a lower total cost of ownership compared with other types of lasers and non-laser tools, allowing end users to increase productivity and decrease costs. IPG is headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, and has more than 30 facilities worldwide. Requirements: 3+ years of experience in IT. 3 years of Project Management experience or PPM certification. Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with Production Control systems and ERP. Experience working in a manufacturing environment and business system analysis. Experience with Infrastructure and Security project management. Adept in Excel, Word, and VISIO. Experience with MS Project or other project management tools. Possess good interpersonal skills and strong attention to detail. Ability to multitask and perform with a sense of urgency for rapid issue resolution. Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently with minimal direction.

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