Job Overview:

Are you a seasoned project manager who thrives in fast-paced environments and effortlessly balances strategic oversight with daily execution?

Our client is seeking a proactive and organized Project Manager & Executive Operations Coordinator to drive process improvements, manage customer quotes, and provide direct administrative support to the General Manager. To succeed in this dynamic role, you will need proven project management experience, strong familiarity with various project management software platforms, and the agility to handle variable workloads across departments. You will also take the lead on transitioning the team to a new project management system while keeping daily operations running seamlessly. Candidates with experience in Microsoft Project (or similar Microsoft-based tools) and a background in manufacturing will stand out. If you are ready to make an immediate operational impact, apply today! 

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM PST (Garden Grove, CA Time), with 1 hour unpaid break (40 work hours per week)

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of daily projects, including managing customer quotes, tracking project components, and ensuring timely completion.
• Liaise with cross-functional departments, including sales and costing, to gather necessary information and keep projects on track.
• Take the lead in identifying, evaluating, and implementing a new project management software to replace the client's current system (Asana), aiming for a more efficient, integrated solution (potentially within the Microsoft suite).
• Provide direct administrative support to the General Manager by running reports, preparing documents, and managing ad-hoc requests to fill operational gaps as workloads fluctuate.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong familiarity with various project management software platforms.
• Ability to manage variable workloads and balance strategic project oversight with daily administrative tasks.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Microsoft Project or other Microsoft-based project management tools.
• Prior experience working in manufacturing or a similar industry.

Independent Contractor Perks:

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations

Note:

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.

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