Project Manager- OperationsThe Lanco Group is a diverse portfolio of world-class companies with deep roots in heavy equipment manufacturing, terminal automation, supply chain solutions, and aftermarket support. Since 1954, we have been committed to delivering high-quality products, innovative engineered solutions, and exceptional customer service across global markets.As a multinational organization, The Lanco Group brings together leading brands in material handling, automation technology, logistics infrastructure, and industrial services. Our teams design and deliver solutions that integrate seamlessly into daily operationsproviding reliability, safety, and efficiency our customers depend on. From engineering and manufacturing to project execution and customer support, we are committed to excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.Position Overview: As an Operations Project Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring project teams are aligned and working toward defined deliverables within established timelines and budgets. This role supports projects spanning business, operations, and technical domains and requires experience managing initiatives using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project management methodologies.You will lead planning, execution, tracking, and reporting activities while coordinating cross-functional stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). This role emphasizes accountability, clear communication, and data-driven decision-making to ensure successful project outcomes.Essential Functions:Assist with strategic alignment of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to support project activities as neededCreate and maintain project plans and track progress using JIRA and other project management toolsMaintain accurate, up-to-date project documentation within centralized repositoriesFacilitate a working environment driven by accountability, ownership, and collaborationCoordinate project initiatives to measure effectiveness, outcomes, and realized benefitsDevelop project plans from external Statements of Work (SOWs) and internal task breakdownsEnsure project scope, business case, objectives, and success metrics are clearly defined, understood, measured, and reportedDefine KPIs to measure resource capacity, project valuation, cost, risk, status, and performanceUnderstand and manage interdependencies between technology, operations, and business needsEnsure cross-functional team leaders have a clear understanding of deliverables, timelines, and budgetsProvide accurate, timely, and meaningful project status reporting to stakeholdersCreate, maintain, and improve standardized project management templatesConduct project postmortems, retrospectives, and continuous improvement sessionsAdditional Responsibilities:Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations, policies, and proceduresCommunicate consistently and professionally with internal and external stakeholdersMaintain adherence to company-wide policies and proceduresSupport special projects and additional responsibilities as assignedWhat we are looking for:Self-motivated and accountable, with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environmentStrong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze information, develop alternatives, and drive solutionsExcellent communication skills, delivering clear and accurate information across oral, written, and digital platformsStrong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills across varying organizational levelsAbility to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while managing multiple prioritiesDemonstrated ability to blend Agile and Waterfall methodologies using a hybrid project management approachProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, including system principles and best practicesExperience using Power BI for data visualization, reporting, and dashboard creationRequired Education and Experience:57 years of project management experience, with progressively increasing responsibilityExperience managing enterprise-wide projects involving cross-functional teams across business, operations, and technical domainsProven track record of successfully delivering multiple projects simultaneouslyDemonstrated experience as a Scrum MasterHands-on experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, ClickUp, Basecamp, and/or Monday.comStrong understanding of standard project management concepts, practices, and proceduresExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsPreferred Education and Experience:Bachelor's Degree is preferredCAPM or PMP certification and/or applicable project management courseworkExperience defining and tracking KPIs related to resource capacity, cost, risk, and performanceExperience supporting continuous improvement initiatives and project governance processesWork Environment:This is primarily a sedentary office classification and employees work in an office with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substancesMinimal travel required- up to 10% domestic and international travel requirements. Location: Homewood, ILPhysical Demands:The position occasionally bends, stoops, reaches, pushes and pulls drawers to retrieve and file information and lifts and carries reports, records, and other materials that typically weigh less than 30 poundsCompensation/Benefits:We foster a collaborative team environment that values innovation and encourages creative solutions to drive positive organizational impact. Our employees are the key to our success and help us stand out from our competitors. The base pay range for this role is $70,000 to $100,000. The final compensation offer may vary based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and location. We offer competitive pay, paid time off, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.Lanco is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment-related decisions, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, promotion, discipline (including termination), evaluation, training, and development opportunities, etc., are made without discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, military status, protected disability, citizenship, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable law.