Manufacturing Project Manager Jobs

Manufacturing Project Manager jobs are open from entry-level coordinator to senior program director across automotive, aerospace, consumer goods, and industrial equipment manufacturing, with specializations in lean production, capital projects, and new product introduction. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles407+
Top stateTexas
Top employerLockheed Martin
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type63% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Project Manager Industrial Controls (Process and Manufacturing)
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Project Manager Industrial Controls (Process and Manufacturing)
Egan Company
Champlin, Minnesota
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$73k - $92k/yr
Hybrid
501-1,000

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Project Engineer - Quality and Lean Manufacturing Focus
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Project Engineer - Quality and Lean Manufacturing Focus
Wag'n Tails
Granger, Indiana
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$80k - $95k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
51-200

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Aircraft Manufacturing Sr Mgr - L6
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Aircraft Manufacturing Sr Mgr - L6
Lockheed Martin
Marietta, Georgia
Logistics & Fleet Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
$135k - $251k/yr
10,000+

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Senior/Principal Information Technology Agile Project Manager - Manufacturing Systems, Onsite
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Senior/Principal Information Technology Agile Project Manager - Manufacturing Systems, Onsite
Sandia National Laboratories
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project Management
$102k - $200k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in management information systems
10,000+

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Project Engineer - Manufacturing Innovation
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Project Engineer - Manufacturing Innovation
Lubrizol
Wickliffe, Ohio
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Manufacturing Project Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Lockheed Martin57
  • Tesla15
  • JE Dunn Construction10
  • Walmart8
  • Entegris7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Technology & Software
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing project manager jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, or a related field
  • 5 or more years of project management experience in a manufacturing environment
  • PMP certification or active progress toward certification
  • Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle for production planning
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
  • Experience managing capital projects, NPI programs, or plant expansion initiatives

Tips for Your Manufacturing Project Manager Job Search

Quantify production outcomes on your resume

Hiring managers for manufacturing project manager roles want to see cycle time reductions, scrap rate improvements, and on-time delivery percentages. Replace vague descriptions of responsibilities with the measurable results you drove on the shop floor or in the supply chain.

Align your certifications to the posting

Some manufacturers prioritize PMP, others weight Lean Six Sigma belts or APICS credentials more heavily. Read each job description carefully and lead your credentials section with whichever certification the posting emphasizes, then list the others below.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists manufacturing project manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by production environment

Discrete, process, and high-mix low-volume manufacturing each demand different project management skills. Filter your search by industry segment and use keywords like MES, ERP, or Kaizen in your resume to signal familiarity with the specific environment you are targeting.

Prepare a cross-functional stakeholder story

Interviewers for manufacturing project manager roles consistently probe how you coordinate engineering, procurement, quality, and production teams under deadline pressure. Prepare two or three concrete examples that show how you resolved competing priorities between those groups to keep a project on schedule.

Negotiate scope before discussing compensation

Before talking numbers, clarify the project portfolio size, capital budget authority, and direct versus dotted-line reporting structure you would own. Those factors define the actual scope of the role and give you a defensible anchor when you make your compensation case.

Manufacturing Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most manufacturing project managers?

The most active employers for manufacturing project managers right now are Lockheed Martin, Tesla, and JE Dunn Construction, and the most openings are in Texas, California, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Roles at large industrial manufacturers tend to cluster around established production corridors, so filtering by state can help you focus your search.

How many manufacturing project manager jobs are remote?

About 37% of manufacturing project manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most plant-based roles. Project managers focused on digital transformation, ERP implementation, or program governance are most likely to find remote or hybrid arrangements, while roles tied directly to production lines almost always require on-site presence.

How do you become a manufacturing project manager?

Start with a degree in engineering, industrial management, or operations, then build hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment in roles like production supervisor, process engineer, or manufacturing engineer. Earn a PMP or a Lean Six Sigma certification to formalize your credentials. Progress by leading increasingly complex cross-functional projects, demonstrating that you can manage scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.

Can you get a manufacturing project manager job without direct experience?

Yes, though you will need to position adjacent experience carefully. Candidates coming from production supervision, quality engineering, or supply chain coordination can be competitive if they frame their work in project management terms, such as scope definition, milestone tracking, and stakeholder communication. Earning a PMP or completing a Lean certification before applying signals readiness and helps close the experience gap with hiring managers.

What does the manufacturing project manager interview process look like?

Most processes run three to four stages. An initial recruiter screen is followed by a hiring manager conversation focused on your project history and manufacturing background. A technical or behavioral panel with engineering and operations leaders then tests your knowledge of production systems and cross-functional coordination. Final rounds often include a case study or project walk-through where you present a past initiative, covering scope, challenges, and measurable outcomes.

Where can I find and apply to manufacturing project manager jobs?

You can find and apply to manufacturing project manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Find roles that match your background, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.

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