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Ashland

Project Manager

Ashland, Kenedy, Texas, United States, 78119

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We are looking for a Project Manager to lead manufacturing projects at our Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP facility in Kenedy, TX. This role reports to the Plant Engineer and plays a critical role within the company’s manufacturing function.

Responsibilities

Develop project plans—including scope, goals, deliverables, resource allocation, timelines, and budgets—for assigned engineering projects.

Submit projects for approval in the plant project management system.

Work closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure all project aspects are aligned and progressing smoothly.

Provide engineering expertise and technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle.

Maintain thorough documentation of project activities, including plans, designs, drawings, reports, and updates.

Develop, update, and maintain equipment specification sheets.

Create requisitions to order all necessary equipment or components for every project and ensure goods are completed on time.

Monitor project costs, manage budgets, and report on financial status.

Ensure project activities comply with applicable codes, practices, policies, specifications, industry standards, regulations, and company standards.

Coordinate and communicate with multiple contractors working on various plant projects.

Supervise the construction phase of projects, ensuring contractor compliance with all safety requirements and performing safety contractor evaluations.

Address technical issues and project challenges, providing solutions to keep the project on track.

Review engineering tasks assigned and initiate necessary corrective actions.

Participate in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Combustible Dust Assessments (CDAs), Safety External and Internal Audits, and Management of Change (MOC).

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related).

Minimum of 3 years in manufacturing project engineering.

Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.

Proficient in AutoCAD and Visio software.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, including project management software.

Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.

Ability to troubleshoot issues and think critically to solve complex problems.

Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Proven ability to manage multiple people, crafts, or contractors.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills

Experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Ashland is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status. Ashland will not discriminate against applicants on the basis of disability. All candidates displaying a “Qualified” status have said agreeing to no other than the selection criteria or disqualifiers for the job or on ensuring that candidates, you may be selected if they fit any role, approval. We encourage all talents to apply and unify diverse individuals.

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