Viking Masek Global Packaging
Viking Masek is a family-owned, privately held company with a culture that’s a unique mix of tradition and dynamic, employee-led change and growth.
The positive momentum led us to expanded facilities and a great team – and we’re growing fast! Join a team where your talents make a real impact.
Sheboygan offers great work-life balance. Take a peek into the city, its people, and a culture that feels like home.
Three-Time Winner of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplaces Award
Viking Masek Packaging Technologies provides innovative packaging automation for food, beverage, health, medical, and consumer goods manufacturers globally. We offer advanced solutions like vertical form fill seal (VFFS), premade pouch, stick pack machines, flow wrapping equipment, case packers, and cartoners. At Viking Masek we focus on innovation and integration, delivering complete packaging automation solutions to optimize production lines worldwide. Job Description: As a
Project Manager , you will be responsible for leading and coordinating the successful execution of projects from quote through commissioning. This includes managing scope, timelines, resources, budgets, and client communications to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations. The Project Manager serves as the central point of contact between internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring smooth execution throughout the full project lifecycle. The Project Manager is expected to create and maintain detailed project plans, proactively identify and mitigate risks, and facilitate the resolution of issues that may arise through any phase of the project. An understanding of mechanical systems, automation, and packaging processes is crucial for interpreting technical specifications, tracking milestones, and aligning cross-functional teams around project goals. 1. Project Planning & execution 2. Cross-functional team coordination 3. Client communication & Relationship management 4. Technical Oversight Job Duties & Responsibilities: KRA # 1 – Project Planning & execution Develop detailed project plans including scope, schedule, resources, and milestones Manage multiple concurrent projects from kickoff through delivery and commissioning Track progress, adjust plans proactively, and ensure deadlines and budgets are met KRA # 2 – Cross-functional team coordination Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and sales teams Align internal stakeholders on project goals and resolve cross-departmental challenges Facilitate regular project meetings and status updates KRA # 3 –
Client communication & Relationship management Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle Translate customer needs into actionable project requirements Provide regular updates, manage expectations, and handle scope changes professionally KRA # 4 – Technical Oversight Understand and interpret mechanical and automation system specifications Oversee design reviews, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and site acceptance testing (SAT) Ensure technical feasibility and alignment with customer and regulatory standards Identify and mitigate project risks early in the process Manage changes to scope, schedule, and cost with minimal disruption Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and improve future execution Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field 1–3 years of experience managing technical or capital equipment projects (packaging machinery experience preferred) Experience in roles requiring a strong technical aptitude (engineering, design, maintenance, etc.) Experience in roles requiring strong interpersonal and communication skills including negotiation with a win-win attitude (sales, customer service, etc.) Demonstrated understanding of mechanical systems, automation, and manufacturing processes Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities Desired Skills: Strong leadership abilities with the ability to create followers and excite people for outcomes Strong customer centric mindset with the ability to find creative ways to delight customers Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to manage project challenges and technical issues Strong business acumen with the ability to influence and ensure project profitability Comfortable working within ambiguity and translating ambiguity into actionable plans PMP Certification (Project Management Professional, from PMI) Certification in Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt Core Values: Simple in Motion SERVICE : Serving our customers, colleagues, and community MOTIVATION : Motivated by our story to build your story PARTNERSHIP : Listening with curiosity and empathy to build strong relationships LEADERSHIP : Confidently transforming your goals into realities EXCELLENCE : Committed to delivering our best We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. Compensation
We offer competitive compensation, profit sharing, a bonus program, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan Time Off
Family first. Always. We offer paid vacation, paid sick days, and a generous holiday schedule Our Values Drive Everything We Do
Service
Serving our customers, colleagues, and community Motivation
Motivated by our story to build your story
Partnership
Listening with curiosity and empathy to build strong relationships
Leadership
Confidently transforming your goals into realities Committed to delivering our best Get to know us
We foster a culture of openness, honesty, and respect . Keeping it real encourages collaboration and creative thinking that supports nimbleness and efficiency in all areas of our business. No micro-managing here!
Our leadership team believes in empowering team members to do their jobs independently, collaboratively, and with heart. But we’re not all work and no play. We host a wide variety of team-building events, including bowling nights, outdoor picnics, chili cook-offs, holiday parties, and more. Get up every day energized and ready to work at a place you’ll love. In addition to a supportive team of really nice people, there’s: A casual work environment Cool spaces to collaborate Team events Focus on renewable energy Support for a healthy lifestyle Sign up for Viking Career Alerts
Interested in working for Viking Masek at our USA headquarters in Wisconsin? Get an email the minute we post a new job opening! Sign up for Viking Career Alerts today.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Viking Masek Packaging Technologies provides innovative packaging automation for food, beverage, health, medical, and consumer goods manufacturers globally. We offer advanced solutions like vertical form fill seal (VFFS), premade pouch, stick pack machines, flow wrapping equipment, case packers, and cartoners. At Viking Masek we focus on innovation and integration, delivering complete packaging automation solutions to optimize production lines worldwide. Job Description: As a
Project Manager , you will be responsible for leading and coordinating the successful execution of projects from quote through commissioning. This includes managing scope, timelines, resources, budgets, and client communications to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations. The Project Manager serves as the central point of contact between internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring smooth execution throughout the full project lifecycle. The Project Manager is expected to create and maintain detailed project plans, proactively identify and mitigate risks, and facilitate the resolution of issues that may arise through any phase of the project. An understanding of mechanical systems, automation, and packaging processes is crucial for interpreting technical specifications, tracking milestones, and aligning cross-functional teams around project goals. 1. Project Planning & execution 2. Cross-functional team coordination 3. Client communication & Relationship management 4. Technical Oversight Job Duties & Responsibilities: KRA # 1 – Project Planning & execution Develop detailed project plans including scope, schedule, resources, and milestones Manage multiple concurrent projects from kickoff through delivery and commissioning Track progress, adjust plans proactively, and ensure deadlines and budgets are met KRA # 2 – Cross-functional team coordination Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and sales teams Align internal stakeholders on project goals and resolve cross-departmental challenges Facilitate regular project meetings and status updates KRA # 3 –
Client communication & Relationship management Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle Translate customer needs into actionable project requirements Provide regular updates, manage expectations, and handle scope changes professionally KRA # 4 – Technical Oversight Understand and interpret mechanical and automation system specifications Oversee design reviews, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and site acceptance testing (SAT) Ensure technical feasibility and alignment with customer and regulatory standards Identify and mitigate project risks early in the process Manage changes to scope, schedule, and cost with minimal disruption Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and improve future execution Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field 1–3 years of experience managing technical or capital equipment projects (packaging machinery experience preferred) Experience in roles requiring a strong technical aptitude (engineering, design, maintenance, etc.) Experience in roles requiring strong interpersonal and communication skills including negotiation with a win-win attitude (sales, customer service, etc.) Demonstrated understanding of mechanical systems, automation, and manufacturing processes Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities Desired Skills: Strong leadership abilities with the ability to create followers and excite people for outcomes Strong customer centric mindset with the ability to find creative ways to delight customers Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to manage project challenges and technical issues Strong business acumen with the ability to influence and ensure project profitability Comfortable working within ambiguity and translating ambiguity into actionable plans PMP Certification (Project Management Professional, from PMI) Certification in Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt Core Values: Simple in Motion SERVICE : Serving our customers, colleagues, and community MOTIVATION : Motivated by our story to build your story PARTNERSHIP : Listening with curiosity and empathy to build strong relationships LEADERSHIP : Confidently transforming your goals into realities EXCELLENCE : Committed to delivering our best We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. Compensation
We offer competitive compensation, profit sharing, a bonus program, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan Time Off
Family first. Always. We offer paid vacation, paid sick days, and a generous holiday schedule Our Values Drive Everything We Do
Service
Serving our customers, colleagues, and community Motivation
Motivated by our story to build your story
Partnership
Listening with curiosity and empathy to build strong relationships
Leadership
Confidently transforming your goals into realities Committed to delivering our best Get to know us
We foster a culture of openness, honesty, and respect . Keeping it real encourages collaboration and creative thinking that supports nimbleness and efficiency in all areas of our business. No micro-managing here!
Our leadership team believes in empowering team members to do their jobs independently, collaboratively, and with heart. But we’re not all work and no play. We host a wide variety of team-building events, including bowling nights, outdoor picnics, chili cook-offs, holiday parties, and more. Get up every day energized and ready to work at a place you’ll love. In addition to a supportive team of really nice people, there’s: A casual work environment Cool spaces to collaborate Team events Focus on renewable energy Support for a healthy lifestyle Sign up for Viking Career Alerts
Interested in working for Viking Masek at our USA headquarters in Wisconsin? Get an email the minute we post a new job opening! Sign up for Viking Career Alerts today.
#J-18808-Ljbffr