Project Manager ($50K - $80K/yr)

  • Full-time

Company Description

Serpa Packaging Solutions is a world-class U.S. manufacturer of custom, high-quality secondary packaging automation systems for Fortune 1000 manufacturers in over 14 industries (inclulding pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, personal care, cosmetic, medical device, and food). We are located in the welcoming Central California city of Visalia in Tulare County, commonly known as the gateway to our nearby National Parks (Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon). Our line of products include cartoners, case packers, tray packers, robotic automation (cartoners & palletizers), integration and validation services, and 5-Star service support. Our commitment to service, quality, and innovation has allowed us to serve some of the largest companies throughout the United States and across the world. As a privately-owned, family-cultured organization, we are not only passionate about our products and customers, but also our community by proudly supporting over 12 non-profit organizations locally and non-locally.

We invite you to take a look at our innovative products and technology by visiting our Serpa YouTube channel (www.bit.ly/serpatechnology). To learn more about our company, our culture and core values, please visit our Serpa Careers page (www.bit.ly/serpa_careers) and company website (www.serpapackaging.com). 

Our Perks + Benefits (include)

  • Competitive salary + health insurance packages (includes medical, dental, vision, and life)
  • 401K investment options with company price-matching
  • Comprehensive time-off benefits (paid vacation time, sick time, company holidays, and birthdays)
  • Innovative design and manufacturing experience working alongside industry professionals at a 30+ year manufacturer of automation systems integrating advanced technology, including Fanuc robotics since 2008
  • Dynamic project work with a customer portfolio of Fortune 1000 manufacturers in over 14 different industries
  • Exceptionally affordable Housing + overall Cost Of Living (COL) in our area. San Francisco housing costs 450.2% greater. Los Angeles housing costs 186.1% greater
  • Gateway access to nearby National Parks (Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon) and major cities in California. 
  • Team Serpa Events – our company's social events held throughout the year (luncheons, holiday celebrations, team building, sporting events, and more)
  • Serpa Gives Back – our company’s yearly and voluntary charity program where members proudly and collectively continue to support over 12 non-profit organizations
  • Serpa News – our company’s exclusive newsletter on everything fun and new at Serpa

Job Description

Serpa Packaging Solutions is seeking a project leader to join the team! As a Project Manager, you will plan, monitor, and oversee the execution of each stage in a project’s “life cycle.” You'll work closely with customers and company personnel of each department involved to ensure proper communication and execution of project milestones.

This is an opportunity for an experienced project management leader to become a part of a growing, industry-leading company of high-quality packaging automation systems manufactured in California. If you thrive working collaboratively on technical projects, enjoy project management and working with customers, and possess solid technical and scheduling capability – look no further, this opportunity is for you!

Your Tasks

  • Develop detailed project schedule plans, with project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
  • Oversee project schedules, testing materials, onsite visits and design reviews with customers
  • Support customer and project team member needs throughout the “life-cycle” of projects
  • Perform risk management to minimize project risks
  • Manage the relationship with customers and internal project stakeholders
  • Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs
  • Report and escalate issues to management appropriately as needed
  • Coordinate internal resources for the flawless execution of customer projects
  • Ensure that projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
  • Develop strong knowledge of company equipment and customers
  • Establish and maintain relationships with customers and internal personnel
  • Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
  • Respond to project-related questions and feedback from customers and company personnel

Qualifications

  • 2 years of experience in project planning / management
  • Proficient mechanical aptitude ability
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to manage relations with customers and company personnel
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Solid organizational skills, attention to detail, scheduling, and multi-tasking ability
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Experience with Microsoft Project desired, but not required

Additional Information

Devoted to Innovation

With over 30 years of experience in the packaging industry, Serpa Packaging Solutions is the only U.S. manufacturer able to provide solutions superior to those from European manufacturers. We remain proactive in the packaging industry by offering customers the most advanced technology and features available, which includes integrated FANUC robotics applications since 2008 and rapid changeover technology since our inception. We are a pioneering and growing company that continuously invests in research for the development of new products and services for customers. Our line of patented products includes our P320 High Speed Casepacker, P200 Casepacker, P100 Cartoner, Robotic Palletizer & Depalletizer, High Speed Automated Insert Feeding System, ModPack Semi-Auto Case Packer with Serialization, and FG Robotic Cartoner series revealed at Pack Expo. We invite you to take a look at our innovative products and technology for yourself by visiting our Serpa YouTube channel (www.bit.ly/serpatechnology). 

Serpa Gives Back

As a privately-owned, family-cultured organization based out of the welcoming Central California community of Visalia, we are not only passionate about our products and customers, but also our community and employees, who truly are the leaders to our success. Serpa Gives Back - our's organization's employee charity program - has proudly supported over 12 non-profit organizations locally and non-locally. Organizations supported include the Visalia Rescue Mission, American Cancer Society, American Red Cross, Food Link for Tulare County, Coats for Kids, and the Wounded Warrior Project. To this day, we remain committed to collectively supporting our community each and every year. 

The Serpa Legacy

Fernando Serpa, owner and founder of Serpa Packaging Solutions, began his career in the packaging equipment industry in Service. Through his hard work and ambition, Fernando eventually founded Serpa Packaging Solutions in 1985. The company has steadily and organically grown over the years ever since. We have been recognized by Inc.'s 5000 Fastest Growing Companies four years in a row and we have established ourselves as the industry-leading manufacturer of high-quality, reliable, innovative secondary packaging systems. Fernando’s inspiring story of founding and developing the company is a true testament that anything can be accomplished through hard work, faith, and dedication.

Proud To Be An Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Your Right to Work 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire