Project Manager - Manufacturing
High Bridge, NJ
Department: Production Control
Company: Trident Maritime Systems - Custom Alloy Division Are you an experienced project manager who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Trident Maritime Systems - CAC, LLC is looking for a driven and organized Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams, ensure compliance, and drive key projects to completion in our High Bridge, NJ facility. This is a full-time, on-site role in a dynamic division that serves both government and commercial clients with custom-fabricated pipe, tube, and fitting solutions.
What You'll Do:
Lead projects from initiation to close, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget.
Develop detailed project plans, set timelines, and coordinate internal and external resources.
Serve as the main point of contact for customers, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
Monitor project progress, address roadblocks, and manage scope changes.
Mitigate risks with proactive planning and contingency strategies.
Optimize resource use and deliver measurable results.
Create reports, presentations, and documentation to support project transparency.
What You Bring:
U.S. Citizenship required (due to government contracting work).
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Experience managing multiple projects in a manufacturing setting.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Ability to work under pressure and maintain composure in a production environment.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required.
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
3+ years of project management experience in manufacturing.
Prior supervisory experience is required.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, supply chain logistics, and regulatory compliance.
Physical & Work Environment:
Ability to sit, walk, kneel, and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
Traditional industrial environment - hot/cold/dirty at times, but safety is our priority.
Close/distance vision and depth perception needed for visual tasks.
About Us:
At Trident Maritime Systems - Custom Alloy Division, we manufacture mission-critical custom pipe and fittings for defense and commercial applications. We don't do mass production - we engineer solutions tailored to unique specifications, using heavy-duty equipment and a skilled workforce. Our work is demanding, but meaningful.
What We Offer:
Cigna Medical, Dental, VSP Vision
FSA & HSA with company contributions
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off + 10 Paid Holidays
$200 Safety Shoe Reimbursement
Prescription Safety Glasses Program
Company-Paid & Voluntary Life Insurance
Supplemental Insurance Options
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Paid Training & Career Development
Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help build the future of maritime manufacturing.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check and drug screening.
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