AFL Telecommunications, LLC
Description
AFL manufactures industry‑leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $2B in revenue, and employ approximately 11,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.
What We Offer:
A hybrid in office schedule for qualifying employees
Flexible time off policy
401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!
We are seeking a
Project Manager
to join our Operations Technology team in
Duncan, SC . The Project Manager is responsible for leading strategic projects and for coaching PMs of smaller projects. Cross functional and multi‑site team management and execution skills, rather than simply project coordination, are essential. These must be combined with strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
After gaining knowledge of our environment, there is the opportunity for this position to work under our Hybrid schedule working both in the office and remotely. There will be times that travel or periodic 100% onsite work may be required.
Projects include business process & systems development, strategic program execution, enterprise software implementation, organizational change management, new product introduction, process introductions & improvements, and/or expansions within the plants. Duties will require overall direction, execution, control, and completion of projects.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with all stakeholders to define and control project scope
Assemble a project team and develop their skills, vision, and accountability
Plan, execute, and track schedules with input from subject matter experts and team members
Create and control project budgets
Accept accountability for project execution related to safety, production ramp‑up, business systems, process and quality engineering, and supply chain management.
Utilize Microsoft Teams or other enterprise tools for international project collaboration and reporting
Provide frequent project status reports to stakeholders and the management team
Adhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
Formal training and/or Project Management certification, such as, Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Project Manager (CPM).
4+ years of experience using formal Project Management methodologies managing large projects and cross functional, multi‑site project teams.
Experience with enterprise project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project
Experience with Predictive or Hybrid PM methodologies
Qualifications Preferred (not required)
Experience managing Business Process development projects such as scheduling systems
Knowledge of Product Development and New Product Introduction Processes
Experience working within an Operational Excellence manufacturing system and/or managing manufacturing equipment installation and startup.
Personal Qualities
Initiative – willingness to take on additional responsibilities
Teamwork – work effectively in a cross‑functional team environment
Communication – possess strong written and verbal skills
Detail Oriented – possess strong attention to detail, demonstrate personal organization
Flexible - able to apply management approaches to unexpected team member needs
Working Conditions
Primary work environment is an office environment and within manufacturing plants
Potential for domestic and international travel when needed
Locations Duncan, SC 29334, USA
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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What We Offer:
A hybrid in office schedule for qualifying employees
Flexible time off policy
401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!
We are seeking a
Project Manager
to join our Operations Technology team in
Duncan, SC . The Project Manager is responsible for leading strategic projects and for coaching PMs of smaller projects. Cross functional and multi‑site team management and execution skills, rather than simply project coordination, are essential. These must be combined with strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
After gaining knowledge of our environment, there is the opportunity for this position to work under our Hybrid schedule working both in the office and remotely. There will be times that travel or periodic 100% onsite work may be required.
Projects include business process & systems development, strategic program execution, enterprise software implementation, organizational change management, new product introduction, process introductions & improvements, and/or expansions within the plants. Duties will require overall direction, execution, control, and completion of projects.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with all stakeholders to define and control project scope
Assemble a project team and develop their skills, vision, and accountability
Plan, execute, and track schedules with input from subject matter experts and team members
Create and control project budgets
Accept accountability for project execution related to safety, production ramp‑up, business systems, process and quality engineering, and supply chain management.
Utilize Microsoft Teams or other enterprise tools for international project collaboration and reporting
Provide frequent project status reports to stakeholders and the management team
Adhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
Formal training and/or Project Management certification, such as, Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Project Manager (CPM).
4+ years of experience using formal Project Management methodologies managing large projects and cross functional, multi‑site project teams.
Experience with enterprise project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project
Experience with Predictive or Hybrid PM methodologies
Qualifications Preferred (not required)
Experience managing Business Process development projects such as scheduling systems
Knowledge of Product Development and New Product Introduction Processes
Experience working within an Operational Excellence manufacturing system and/or managing manufacturing equipment installation and startup.
Personal Qualities
Initiative – willingness to take on additional responsibilities
Teamwork – work effectively in a cross‑functional team environment
Communication – possess strong written and verbal skills
Detail Oriented – possess strong attention to detail, demonstrate personal organization
Flexible - able to apply management approaches to unexpected team member needs
Working Conditions
Primary work environment is an office environment and within manufacturing plants
Potential for domestic and international travel when needed
Locations Duncan, SC 29334, USA
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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