Purchasing Manager

🏢 Summary: Seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations in a manufacturing environment, supporting production schedules, supplier performance, inventory control, and cost optimization. The role involves managing purchasing teams, negotiating supplier agreements, overseeing ERP/MRP-driven material planning, and resolving supply chain issues in a fast-paced contract manufacturing setting. 🗂️ Requirements: 7+ years of purchasing, supply chain, or procurement experience in manufacturing, Experience with ERP/MRP systems, Experience managing supplier performance and production shortages, Experience with cost reduction initiatives and purchasing escalations, Strong understanding of purchasing, procurement, material planning, and inventory control, Ability to analyze MRP demand, supplier quotes, production schedules, and inventory data, Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills, Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel, Ability to communicate effectively in English 📃 Skills: ERP, MRP, Excel, Procurement, Purchasing, Supplychain, Inventory, Sourcing, Negotiation, PCBA, Electronics, Manufacturing 🏢 Description: Position Summary The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading purchasing activities in support of production schedules, customer requirements, inventory goals, supplier performance, and overall business objectives. This role manages the purchasing function to ensure materials, components, equipment, and services are sourced at the best overall value while meeting quality, delivery, and cost expectations. The Purchasing Manager works closely with Program Management, Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, Sales, Finance, and suppliers to resolve material shortages, supplier issues, pricing concerns, account discrepancies, and delivery risks. This position requires strong leadership, sound business judgment, supplier management experience, and the ability to make effective decisions in a fast-paced contract manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities - Lead and manage purchasing activities to support production schedules, customer commitments, and inventory requirements. - Oversee buyer performance, workload priorities, supplier follow-up, purchase order execution, and material shortage resolution. - Review and analyze material buy lists, MRP requirements, production schedules, supplier lead times, and inventory levels to ensure purchasing actions align with business needs. - Ensure purchase orders, purchase requisitions, change orders, and requests for quote are processed accurately and in a timely manner. - Manage supplier relationships and serve as an escalation point for delivery issues, pricing concerns, quality issues, nonconforming material, and account discrepancies. - Negotiate pricing, lead times, delivery terms, supplier agreements, and other purchasing conditions to achieve the best overall value. - Coordinate purchasing activities with Program Management, Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, Sales, and Finance. - Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, responsiveness, and overall reliability. - Develop and maintain supplier relationships, evaluate supplier competitiveness, and identify new or alternate supply sources when needed. - Support material availability through effective purchasing practices, including just-in-time purchasing, economic order quantity planning, inventory control, and shortage management. - Expedite, reschedule, or escalate materials as needed to meet production and customer requirements. - Ensure material standards are met and that substitutions, variances, or nonconformances are properly reviewed and approved. - Lead cost analysis, volume planning, sourcing reviews, and cost reduction initiatives for assigned commodities, components, equipment, and services. - Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities, alternate sourcing options, and make-versus-buy recommendations. - Maintain and improve purchasing data accuracy, including supplier records, quote tables, part parameters, supplier codes, and purchasing reports. - Review purchasing error reports, supplier performance data, shortage reports, and other key metrics to drive improvement. - Monitor assigned subcontractors and suppliers to ensure performance meets cost, schedule, quality, and scope requirements. - Support Sales, Program Management, and leadership with pricing, sourcing strategy, customer quoting, and contract negotiations as needed. - Develop purchasing procedures, best practices, and process improvements to improve department efficiency and supplier performance. - Provide accurate, prompt, professional, and courteous support to internal and external customers. - Perform other duties as assigned by management. Education and Experience - Minimum of 7 years of purchasing, supply chain, or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment. - Minimum of 2 years of purchasing leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience preferred. - Experience in contract manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, PCBA, or a similar production environment strongly preferred. - Experience purchasing electronic components, mechanical parts, assemblies, equipment, services, or production-related materials preferred. - Previous experience working with ERP/MRP systems required. - Experience managing supplier performance, production shortages, cost reduction efforts, and purchasing escalations required. Required Skills and Qualifications - Strong understanding of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, material planning, and inventory control processes. - Working knowledge of contract manufacturing and electronics/PCBA manufacturing preferred. - Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide, support, and hold purchasing team members accountable. - Ability to read and interpret MRP demand, material reports, purchase history, supplier quotes, production schedules, and inventory data. - Strong negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Ability to manage supplier relationships and resolve complex purchasing or delivery issues. - Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with limited direction. - Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. - Excellent communication skills with suppliers, internal departments, customers, and management. - Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and sense of urgency. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills required. - Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Preferred Qualifications - Experience sourcing electronic components in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. - Experience supporting aerospace, medical, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing industries. - Familiarity with supplier scorecards, supplier corrective actions, cost reduction tracking, and commodity management. - Experience with component shortages, lifecycle management, obsolete parts, alternate sourcing, and long-lead-time material planning. - Experience developing purchasing metrics, reports, processes, and department improvement plans. Work Environment This role operates in both an office and manufacturing environment and requires regular interaction with suppliers, internal departments, production teams, and management. The Purchasing Manager must be comfortable managing changing priorities, urgent material needs, supplier escalations, production deadlines, and customer-driven requirements. Pay Range $120,000—$135,000 USD

🏢 Summary: Senior Buyer role in a contract manufacturing environment focused on managing purchasing operations, supplier relationships, material planning, and cost control to support production schedules and customer requirements. The position involves ERP/MRP-driven procurement, supplier negotiations, inventory optimization, and cross-functional coordination with production, engineering, quality, and finance teams. Experience in electronics or PCBA manufacturing and strong analytical and negotiation skills are required. 🗂️ Requirements: 5+ years of purchasing experience in contract manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, PCBA, or similar production environments, Experience with ERP/MRP systems, Ability to analyze material requirements, supplier quotes, and production schedules, Strong negotiation and supplier management skills, Knowledge of purchasing, supply chain, and material planning processes, Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel, Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced manufacturing environments, English communication skills, Ability to work independently and make decisions, Experience resolving supplier, inventory, and production-related issues 📃 Skills: ERP, MRP, Excel, PCBA, Microsoft, Purchasing, Sourcing, Negotiation, Inventory, SupplyChain, Procurement, Manufacturing, Planning, Analytics 🏢 Description: Position Summary The Senior Buyer is responsible for managing purchasing activities in support of production schedules, customer requirements, inventory targets, and overall business needs. This role serves as a key point of ownership for supplier relationships and is responsible for placing, tracking, expediting, and managing purchase orders to ensure material availability, cost control, and supplier performance. The Senior Buyer works closely with Program Management, Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, Sales, and Finance to resolve material shortages, supplier issues, pricing concerns, account discrepancies, and delivery risks. This position requires strong judgment, independent decision-making, and the ability to manage complex purchasing situations in a fast-paced contract manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities - Review and analyze material buy lists, MRP requirements, production schedules, and inventory needs to determine purchasing priorities. - Place, track, expedite, and reschedule purchase orders to support production requirements and customer commitments. - Coordinate purchasing activities with Program Management, Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, Sales, and Finance. - Process purchase requisitions, purchase change orders, and requests for quote from approved suppliers. - Gather quotations, review bids, evaluate pricing, and make purchasing recommendations or awards. - Negotiate pricing, delivery, lead times, and other purchasing terms with suppliers. - Maintain inventory at planned levels using sound purchasing practices, including just-in-time purchasing and economic order quantity planning. - Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, responsiveness, and overall reliability. - Resolve receiving issues, supplier discrepancies, customer-related material issues, and AP/AR discrepancies in a timely and professional manner. - Work with suppliers to address shortages, late deliveries, nonconforming material, and other production-impacting issues. - Ensure material standards are met and that nonconformances, substitutions, or variances are properly reviewed and approved. - Perform cost analysis, volume planning, and sourcing reviews for assigned commodities, components, equipment, and services. - Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities, alternate sourcing options, and make-versus-buy recommendations. - Evaluate supplier competitiveness and develop new supply sources when needed. - Support quote table maintenance, supplier database accuracy, part parameter updates, error report analysis, and supplier/part number information. - Monitor assigned subcontractors and suppliers to ensure performance meets cost, schedule, quality, and scope requirements. - Assist Sales, Program Management, and leadership with pricing support and contract negotiations as needed. - Provide accurate, prompt, professional, and courteous service to internal and external customers. - Perform other duties as assigned by management. Education and Experience - Minimum of 5 years of purchasing experience in a contract manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, PCBA, or similar production environment. - Experience purchasing electronic components, mechanical parts, assemblies, equipment, services, or production-related materials preferred. - Previous experience working with ERP/MRP systems required. - Experience supporting production schedules, material shortages, supplier management, and cost reduction initiatives preferred. Required Skills and Qualifications - Strong understanding of purchasing, supply chain, and material planning processes in a manufacturing environment. - Working knowledge of contract manufacturing and electronics/PCBA manufacturing preferred. - Ability to read and interpret material requirements, purchase reports, supplier quotes, and production schedules. - Strong negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Ability to work independently with minimal day-to-day direction. - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. - Strong attention to detail and follow-through. - Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to production and customer needs. - Strong communication skills with suppliers, internal teams, and management. - Demonstrated ability to build effective supplier and internal customer relationships. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills required. - Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Preferred Qualifications - Experience with electronic component sourcing, lifecycle management, shortages, lead-time challenges, and alternate sourcing. - Experience supporting aerospace, medical, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments. - Familiarity with supplier scorecards, cost reduction tracking, and commodity management. - Experience working with quality requirements, nonconforming material processes, and supplier corrective actions. Work Environment This role operates in a manufacturing and office environment and requires frequent communication with suppliers, internal departments, and production teams. The Senior Buyer must be comfortable managing changing priorities, urgent material needs, supplier escalations, and production-driven deadlines. Pay Range $110,000—$125,000 USD Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.

🏢 Summary: Leadership role overseeing direct procurement execution for hardware manufacturing and NPI programs, managing a team of Buyers to ensure material readiness, supplier performance, and ERP/MRP process excellence. The position focuses on operational execution, supplier delivery management, and cross-functional coordination to support engineering builds and production. Success is measured by procurement performance, data integrity, and continuous process improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or equivalent experience, 8+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain in hardware or advanced manufacturing, 3+ years of experience leading or mentoring procurement or purchasing teams, Experience with direct material procurement (mechanical, electrical, electromechanical), Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) and production ramp, Strong knowledge of procurement execution and supplier delivery management, Experience with ERP and MRP systems, Authorization to work in the United States 📃 Skills: ERP, MRP, Windchill, MISys, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Procurement, Purchasing, Inventory, KPIs 🏢 Description: About the Role As the Manager, Direct Procurement, you will lead the execution of procurement activities supporting production and new product introduction (NPI) programs. You will be responsible for building and leading a high-performing team of Buyers while ensuring operational excellence across purchasing, supplier delivery, material readiness, and procurement processes. In this role, you will partner closely with Global Supply Managers (GSMs), Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and Supply Chain leadership to ensure procurement strategies are executed effectively and materials are available to support engineering builds and production schedules. You will oversee the day-to-day procurement organization, driving accountability, process discipline, supplier execution, and continuous improvement while enabling the sourcing organization to focus on strategic supplier management. This role requires a strong operational leader who thrives in fast-paced hardware manufacturing environments and can balance tactical execution with process optimization. Success in this role is measured by procurement execution excellence, supplier delivery performance, material availability, ERP data integrity, and the effectiveness of the Buyer organization. About the Work Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Buyers responsible for procurement execution across direct material commodities. Drive operational excellence across purchase order execution, supplier communications, material availability, and procurement processes. Establish clear priorities, workload balancing, and accountability across the Buyer organization. Ensure timely and accurate purchase order creation, revisions, confirmations, and supplier follow-up activities. Monitor supplier delivery performance and proactively drive recovery plans for shortages, late deliveries, and supply disruptions. Partner closely with Global Supply Managers (GSMs) to ensure sourcing strategies are successfully executed through procurement. Work cross-functionally with Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and Supply Chain Program Management to ensure material readiness for engineering builds and production. Lead daily and weekly procurement execution reviews, ensuring timely resolution of supplier issues and procurement bottlenecks. Drive procurement process standardization and continuous improvement across purchasing workflows. Partner with Procurement Operations to improve enterprise resource planning (ERP) and material requirements planning (MRP) data integrity, procurement reporting, and operational efficiency. Ensure procurement master data including pricing, lead times, supplier records, and purchasing parameters remain accurate and well governed. Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring procurement readiness for prototype, validation, and production builds. Develop and monitor procurement key performance indicators (KPIs) including supplier delivery performance, purchase order cycle time, shortage resolution, procurement responsiveness, and buyer productivity. Serve as the primary escalation point for procurement execution issues and supplier delivery challenges. Collaborate with Finance to support invoice resolution, procurement reporting, and operational planning. Foster a culture of ownership, urgency, accountability, and continuous improvement across the procurement team. About You Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or practical equivalent experience. 8+ years of progressive experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain within hardware, robotics, automotive, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing environments. 3+ years of experience leading or mentoring procurement or purchasing teams. Strong understanding of direct material procurement including mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical commodities. Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI), prototype builds, engineering validation, and production ramp activities. Strong understanding of procurement execution, supplier delivery management, material planning, inventory control principles, and ERP/MRP workflows. Experience working with enterprise resource planning (ERP) and material requirements planning (MRP) systems (Windchill, MISys, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, etc.). Demonstrated ability to improve procurement processes, establish operational metrics, and drive execution excellence. Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. Experience developing high-performing procurement teams through coaching, mentorship, and performance management. Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships while driving accountability, operational discipline, and continuous improvement. Anticipated Base Salary Range $110,000—$143,000 USD In addition to base pay, the competitive total rewards package for full-time employees includes: 401(k) Plan with 6% company match. Equity through company stock options. 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees. Eligibility for benefits on the first day of employment. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Time Off: Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown. Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually. On-site perks include catered lunches four times a week and healthy snacks and refreshments. Generous paid parental leave programs. Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs. Relocation assistance for eligible roles. Annual discretionary bonus for eligible roles. All roles are U.S.-based. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States. Equal employment opportunity is provided without discrimination or harassment on any legally protected basis.

🏢 Summary: The Purchasing Manager oversees ordering, receiving, storage, and payment processes for food and beverage operations, ensuring cost efficiency and quality control. The role focuses on vendor management, contract negotiation, financial reporting, and KPI development to maximize profitability and mitigate risk. It also ensures compliance with health and safety standards while collaborating with kitchen and finance teams. 🗂️ Requirements: 5+ years of transferable purchasing or procurement experience, Proven vendor management and rate negotiation experience, Knowledge of local and regional sanitation and health safety compliance, Experience overseeing invoices and shipment verification, Ability to calculate food and beverage inventory costs and projections, Experience developing and tracking KPIs, Proficiency in purchasing and inventory systems (ADACO, FnBshop, BirchStreet), Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume environment 📃 Skills: Procurement, VendorManagement, Negotiation, Inventory, Compliance, Reporting, KPI, ADACO, FnBshop, BirchStreet, Excel 🏢 Description: The Role At Soho House a Purchasing Manager is responsible for setting and following established procedures in ordering, receiving, storing, distributing and payment of items. As the Purchasing Manager, you are responsible for understanding trends, cost and creating efficient processes. Collaborates with the finance team on contracts, invoicing, and other financial matters including preparing reports on purchase orders and cost analyses, evaluating potential vendors, suppliers and request quotes. A successful Purchasing Manager will compare prices to maximize ROI and negotiate appropriate agreements to mitigate risk in price variances and quality control in supplier product and distribution. Main Duties Influential leader to encourage others and advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; purchasing, vendor management and analysis between internal and external stakeholders for perishable and non-perishable products Partner with local kitchen teams and Head Chefs in maintaining lower food cost as well as controllable costs in all aspects of purchasing (e.g., Food, Beverage and Controllable) to ensure quality of product and profitability Adhere to local and regional health and safety compliance as well as sanitation standards as specified in guidelines Oversee all invoice on goods received against shipment to ensure quantity, quality, weights and purchase specifications are as ordered Enforce proper safeguards are in effect for the security of perishable and nonperishable food and beverage stored items Develop key performance indicators (KPI) to set goals and action plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish consistency in product and lowering margins while maximizing profit Responsible for conducting and maintaining walk-throughs on property to ensure that all areas are well maintained and preventative maintenance processes are in place Calculate projected costs associated with food and beverage inventory for existing and proposed properties for proper levels, dating, rotation, requisitions, etc. Generate and provide accurate and timely results in the form of reports and presentations Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager Required Skills/Qualifications Minimum of 5+ years' transferable experience Proven experience managing vendors and negotiating rates Knowledge of local and regional sanitation and health safety compliance Must be highly organized, efficient and detail oriented Ability to excel in fast-paced and high-volume work environment Knowledge of ADACO, FnBshop and BirchStreet a plus Physical Requirements Must be able to seize, grasp, turn and hold objects with hands Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours Fast paced movements are required to go from one part of the club to others Must be able to move, pull, carry or lift at least 50 pounds Must be able to kneel, bend, crouch and climb Benefits Competitive compensation package with global benefits and perks Health Care + 401K: Medical, Dental & Vision as well as Retirement fund with a 2% match for full-time employees Paid Time Off: Sick days and vacation days for full-time employees Career Development opportunities domestically and internationally Learning & Development: Range of internally and externally run courses available Team Events and team meals provided while on duty

🏢 Summary: The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing procurement operations, vendor management, cost control, and inventory processes to ensure quality, compliance, and profitability. The role focuses on negotiating contracts, analyzing costs, managing supplier relationships, and collaborating with finance and kitchen teams to optimize food and beverage purchasing. It also involves KPI development, reporting, and maintaining health, safety, and sanitation standards. 🗂️ Requirements: Minimum 5+ years of transferable experience, Proven experience managing vendors and negotiating rates, Knowledge of local and regional sanitation and health safety compliance, Ability to manage purchasing, inventory, and cost control processes, Experience preparing reports and cost analyses, Highly organized, efficient, and detail-oriented, Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment 📃 Skills: Procurement, VendorManagement, Negotiation, CostAnalysis, InventoryManagement, KPI, Reporting, Compliance, ADACO, FnBshop, BirchStreet, Excel 🏢 Description: The Role At Soho House a Purchasing Manager is responsible for setting and following established procedures in ordering, receiving, storing, distributing and payment of items. As the Purchasing Manager, you are responsible for understanding trends, cost and creating efficient processes. Collaborates with the finance team on contracts, invoicing, and other financial matters including preparing reports on purchase orders and cost analyses, evaluating potential vendors, suppliers and request quotes. A successful Purchasing Manager will compare prices to maximize ROI and negotiate appropriate agreements to mitigate risk in price variances and quality control in supplier product and distribution. Main Duties... Influential leader to encourage others and advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; purchasing, vendor management and analysis between internal and external stakeholders for perishable and non-perishable products Partner with local kitchen teams and Head Chefs in maintaining lower food cost as well as controllable costs in all aspects of purchasing (e.g., Food, Beverage and Controllable) to ensure quality of product and profitability Adhere to local and regional health and safety compliance as well as sanitation standards as specified in Soho House guidelines Oversee all invoice on goods received against shipment to ensure quantity, quality, weights and purchase specifications are as ordered Enforce proper safeguards are in effect for the security of perishable and nonperishable food and beverage stored items Develops key performance indicators (KPI) to set goals and action plan(s) to prioritize, organize, and accomplish consistency in product and lowering margins while maximizing profit Responsible for conducting and maintaining walk-throughs on property to ensure that all areas are well maintained and preventative maintenance processes are in place. Calculate projected costs associated with food and beverage inventory for existing and proposed properties for proper levels, dating, rotation, requisitions, etc. Generate and provide accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager. Required Skills/Qualifications: Minimum of 5+ years' transferable experience Proven experience managing vendors and negotiating rates Knowledge of local and regional sanitation and health safety compliance Must be highly organized, efficient and detail oriented Excel in fast-paced and high-volume, demanding work environment Knowledge of ADACO, FnBshop and BirchStreet a plus. Physical Requirements Must be able to seize, grasp, turn and hold objects with hands. Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours. Fast paced movements are required to go from one part of the club to others. Must be able to move, pull, carry or lift at least 50 pounds. Must be able to kneel, bend, crouch and climb is required. Why work with us... Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you're seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career. Health Care + 401K: Full time employees are eligible for full benefits; Medical, Dental & Vision as well as Retirement fund with a 2% match Paid Time Off: Full- Time Employees have sick day's + vacation days Career Development: Soho House can progress your career domestically or internationally as well as managerially or technically Soho Impact: Empowering the Soho House Community to make positive change, through mentoring, apprenticeship, local outreach and sustainability Learning & Development: An extensive range of internally and externally run courses are available for all employees. Cookhouse & House Tonic: Celebrating our passion for food and drink. Check out our monthly calendars and get involved in trips, training's and events. Available to all. Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to. Team Meal: Whilst on duty in our Houses & Restaurants you will be provided with a substantial meal free of charge.

🏢 Summary: Program Manager role focused on managing aerospace and high-reliability PCBA manufacturing programs from NPI through production and shipment. The position requires coordination across manufacturing, engineering, quality, and customer teams while ensuring IPC Class 3, AS9100, and compliance requirements are met. The role emphasizes schedule management, risk mitigation, documentation control, and customer communication in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment. 🗂️ Requirements: 5+ years in program management, project management, customer account management, or operations leadership in electronics manufacturing, Experience in PCBA manufacturing, EMS, contract manufacturing, aerospace electronics, defense electronics, or high-reliability manufacturing, Knowledge of IPC Class 3 manufacturing standards and inspection requirements, Ability to read customer drawings, BOMs, assembly documentation, and specifications, Experience managing complex BOMs, engineering changes, and production schedules, Ability to manage multiple programs and customer commitments simultaneously, Strong problem-solving and risk management skills, Experience with ERP, MRP, MES, or project management systems, Proficiency with Excel, Proficiency with Outlook, Proficiency with PowerPoint 📃 Skills: PCBA, IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IPC-A-620, AS9100, ISO9001, ITAR, ERP, MRP, MES, SMT, AOI, AXI, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint 🏢 Description: About the Role We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead customer programs in a high-reliability PCBA manufacturing environment. This role will manage complex electronics manufacturing projects with a strong focus on IPC Class 3 workmanship, aerospace compliance, customer communication, schedule execution, quality performance, and cross-functional coordination. The Program Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customer programs and will be responsible for driving projects from NPI through production, shipment, and sustaining support. This position requires strong organizational skills, technical manufacturing knowledge, and the ability to manage customer expectations while coordinating closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Materials, Planning, Test, Coating, and Inspection teams. This is an ideal role for someone with experience managing aerospace, defense, satellite, medical, or other mission-critical PCBA programs where quality, traceability, documentation, and schedule performance are critical. Responsibilities - Manage assigned customer programs through the full PCBA manufacturing lifecycle, including NPI, production launch, repeat builds, shipment, and sustaining support. - Serve as the primary customer-facing contact for program status, schedule updates, risks, escalations, quality issues, and delivery commitments. - Lead cross-functional coordination between Production, Engineering, Quality, Materials, Planning, Test, Conformal Coating, Inspection, and Shipping teams. - Manage programs requiring IPC-A-610 Class 3 workmanship standards and ensure customer-specific requirements are clearly communicated and executed. - Support aerospace and high-reliability compliance requirements, including documentation control, traceability, configuration management, customer flow-down requirements, and quality records. - Track and manage program schedules, build milestones, material readiness, ECOs, customer approvals, production status, and shipment commitments. - Identify program risks early and drive mitigation plans for material shortages, capacity constraints, quality concerns, test failures, yield issues, or changing customer requirements. - Coordinate NPI builds, pilot builds, production ramps, and repeat production orders while ensuring requirements are properly transferred into manufacturing. - Review customer documentation, BOMs, drawings, specifications, assembly notes, quality clauses, and special process requirements for completeness and execution risk. - Partner with Quality and Engineering teams to support root cause analysis, corrective actions, nonconformance resolution, MRB activity, and customer quality reporting. - Support customer audits, source inspections, first article requirements, AS9100-related activities, and aerospace customer compliance reviews as needed. - Maintain program dashboards, action trackers, open issue logs, build status reports, and customer communication records. - Drive internal accountability for customer commitments while maintaining realistic schedules and clear escalation paths. - Work closely with Planning and Materials teams to ensure production plans align with customer demand, material availability, and manufacturing capacity. - Support quoting activity, change order review, scope clarification, and customer-driven schedule or requirement changes. - Lead regular customer and internal program meetings with clear updates on schedule, risks, recovery plans, quality performance, and delivery status. Required Qualifications - 5+ years of experience in program management, project management, customer account management, or operations leadership within electronics manufacturing. - Direct experience in PCBA manufacturing, EMS, contract manufacturing, aerospace electronics, defense electronics, or high-reliability manufacturing. - Strong understanding of IPC Class 3 manufacturing requirements, workmanship expectations, inspection criteria, and documentation needs. - Experience managing customer programs involving complex BOMs, controlled documentation, engineering changes, material constraints, and production schedules. - Ability to read and understand customer drawings, BOMs, assembly documentation, specifications, quality clauses, and manufacturing requirements. - Strong ability to manage multiple programs, priorities, deadlines, and customer commitments at the same time. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with customers, executives, engineers, production teams, and quality teams. - Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks, drive corrective actions, and escalate issues appropriately. - Experience using ERP, MRP, MES, production tracking, or project management systems. - Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and standard business reporting tools. Preferred Qualifications - Experience working in an AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, aerospace, defense, satellite, or space electronics manufacturing environment. - Experience supporting customer source inspection, first article inspection, configuration control, and aerospace documentation packages. - Familiarity with IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IPC-A-620, conformal coating, staking/underfill, rework, test, and final inspection processes. - Experience managing programs involving SMT, through-hole, selective solder, AOI, AXI, flying probe, functional test, conformal coating, rework, and final source inspection. - Experience in a high-mix, low-volume PCBA manufacturing environment. - Project Management Professional certification or formal project management training is a plus. Key Skills and Competencies - Strong customer communication and relationship management skills - High level of ownership, accountability, and follow-through - Strong understanding of Class 3 and aerospace-quality manufacturing expectations - Ability to lead cross-functional teams without direct authority - Strong schedule management, risk management, and escalation skills - Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment - Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline - Practical understanding of electronics manufacturing processes - Ability to balance customer priorities with internal capacity, material availability, and production constraints Success in This Role Looks Like - Customer programs are clearly organized, actively managed, and well communicated. - Delivery commitments, schedule risks, and recovery plans are visible and understood. - Class 3 and aerospace requirements are properly documented, communicated, and executed. - Internal teams have clear priorities, ownership, and action items. - Customer escalations are handled professionally and with urgency. - Quality issues, nonconformances, and corrective actions are tracked through closure. - Customer satisfaction, on-time delivery, and overall program performance improve over time. Work Environment This position operates in a PCBA manufacturing environment and requires regular interaction with production, engineering, quality, materials, planning, test, conformal coating, inspection, and shipping teams. The role may require time on the manufacturing floor, participation in production meetings, customer audits, program reviews, and urgent escalation activities. Pay Range $75,000—$95,000 USD Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.

🏢 Summary: Manager, Planning role focused on leading supply chain planning, inventory optimization, and SIOP processes for robotics manufacturing operations. The position involves managing planners and analysts, driving supply chain KPIs, and partnering cross-functionally to support global demand and scalable operational growth. This onsite role includes strategic and tactical planning responsibilities in a fast-paced high-tech manufacturing environment. 🗂️ Requirements: 8+ years of supply chain planning experience in high-tech, robotics, or industrial manufacturing, 2–3+ years in a supervisory or management role, BA/BS in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field, Proficiency in IBP/SIOP processes, Experience with MRP/ERP systems, Knowledge of statistical forecasting methods, Advanced data visualization and reporting skills, Ability to work in fast-paced evolving environments, Authorization to work in the United States 📃 Skills: IBP, SIOP, MRP, ERP, Forecasting, Planning, Analytics, Visualization, Inventory, Sourcing, Manufacturing, SupplyChain, APICS, CPIM, CSCP, CPF, ACPF 🏢 Description: About the Role We are looking for a Manager, Planning who is passionate about utilizing robotics to improve our daily lives. Leading a key segment of our Supply Chain team, you will oversee the coordination of team activities including but not limited to the optimization of our material and inventory plans. You will partner closely with Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Inventory Management teams to ensure we have the necessary materials to meet surging global demand for our groundbreaking robots. The ideal candidate is a person with strong analytical skills and the ability to think at both tactical and strategic levels. This leader must be competent at doing individual contributor work as well as leading other individual contributors. As with any technology development company, we need team members who possess the ability to be proactive at anticipating and mitigating supply chain risks. About the Work - Tactical Leadership: Lead the creation, review, and execution of comprehensive supply and inventory replenishment plans for finished goods and raw materials across a 12 to 24 month time horizon. - Team Leadership: Guide and mentor a small team of planners and analysts, ensuring thorough material readiness validation for manufacturing orders and fostering a high-performance culture. - Accountability: Own and report on critical supply chain KPIs, including supply plan forecast accuracy, working capital optimization, customer fill rates, and inbound freight efficiencies. - Inventory & Risk Management: Own and report on inventory health, material gaps, supply chain risks and gaps. Establish inventory strategies using whatever method is appropriate to insulate the business from logistics instability, tariffs, and supplier volatility. - Data & System Governance: Partner with Sourcing to promote supply chain master data integrity particularly for those data elements that are utilized in planning calculations. - SIOP / S&OP Architecture: Serve as a driving force in the preparation and presentation of Sales & Operations, S&OE/SIOP reporting. Facilitate cross-functional alignment between executive stakeholders to synchronize supply with commercial demand. - Lifecycle Management: Partner with Engineering and Sourcing to direct inventory strategies for new product introductions (NPI) and end-of-life (EOL) product phase-outs, minimizing obsolescence exposure. - Process Scaling: Design, formalize, and optimize supply planning workflows and policies to help the company on its journey of maturity into a structured, scalable enterprise. About You - Experience: 8+ years of supply chain planning experience in high-tech, robotics, or industrial manufacturing, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or management role. - Education: BA/BS degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related field required. MBA or Master's in Supply Chain preferred. - Technical Expertise: Deep proficiency in Integrated Business Planning (IBP/SIOP), advanced MRP/ERP systems, and statistical forecasting methods, including their direct financial impacts. - Analytical Power: Advanced data visualization and reporting skills; ability to translate complex supply chain data into high-level strategic insights for executive presentations. - Adaptability: Proven ability to thrive and establish structure in a fast-paced, evolving environment where processes are still being defined. - Certifications: CPF or ACPF certification is highly preferred, or APICS (CPIM/CSCP). - Leadership & Influence: Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and facilitation skills. You excel at driving cross-functional alignment across Sales, Finance, Engineering, and Operations to achieve overarching organizational goals. Location This is an onsite position at our Salem office. Compensation and Benefits - Anticipated Base Salary Range: $112,000—$145,000 USD - 401(k) plan with 6% company match - Company stock options - 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees - Benefits eligible from first day of employment - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Flexible unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays for exempt employees - Vacation days, paid sick leave, and holidays for non-exempt employees - Catered lunches and on-site refreshments - Generous paid parental leave - Flexible work arrangements - Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs - Relocation assistance for eligible roles - Annual discretionary bonus for eligible roles Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.

🏢 Summary: Project Manager role responsible for leading end-to-end delivery of mission-critical data center and infrastructure construction projects. The position oversees planning, budgeting, scheduling, cross-functional coordination, client communication, and risk management to ensure on-time and on-budget execution. It requires strong technical knowledge of MEP systems and proficiency with project management tools in complex, multi-discipline environments. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field or equivalent experience, 5+ years of project management experience in mission-critical, data center, or large-scale infrastructure construction, Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, structural, and commissioning systems, Proven experience delivering complex, multi-discipline projects on time and within budget, Proficiency with project management software, Proficiency with standard business tools, Willingness to travel to project sites, Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance 📃 Skills: HVAC, Power, Cooling, Controls, MSProject, Primavera, Excel, PowerPoint, Commissioning, Construction, MEP, Budgeting, Scheduling, Procurement 🏢 Description: Summary / Objective The Project Manager is responsible for leading the successful delivery of complex mission-critical projects from start to finish. This role oversees all aspects of project execution — including planning, scheduling, budgeting, team coordination, client communication, and risk mitigation — to ensure on-time, on-budget, and high-quality outcomes. Project Managers are hands-on leaders and strategic thinkers. They act as the primary liaison between clients, internal teams, and subcontractors while driving execution across mechanical, electrical, structural, and commissioning scopes. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on building strong teams, solving complex challenges, and delivering results in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. Essential Functions Project Planning & Execution - Lead end-to-end project delivery for mission-critical infrastructure, data center builds, and specialty construction projects. - Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations. - Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in alignment with client requirements and company objectives. - Ensure all work is performed in compliance with specifications, codes, safety standards, and quality expectations. - Manage project closeout activities including punch list completion, turnover documentation, commissioning support, and lessons-learned reviews. Team Leadership & Collaboration - Coordinate cross-functional project teams including mechanical, electrical, structural, controls, commissioning, and field operations personnel. - Mentor, coach, and support project engineers, field leads, and other team members to drive performance and professional growth. - Foster a collaborative project environment that emphasizes communication, accountability, and continuous improvement. Client & Stakeholder Management - Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building trust through proactive communication, transparency, and responsiveness. - Manage expectations, provide regular status updates, and resolve issues to ensure alignment on project goals and outcomes. - Represent the organization in meetings, presentations, and negotiations with clients, partners, and vendors. Risk, Budget & Performance Management - Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; develop contingency plans to address potential challenges. - Oversee project budgets, monitor financial performance, track cost forecasts, and report on variances. - Manage procurement activities, vendor negotiations, contracts, and change orders in coordination with internal stakeholders. - Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and schedule. Process Improvement & Reporting - Facilitate project meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and track action items. - Maintain accurate and organized project documentation including drawings, submittals, RFIs, permits, and as-builts. - Contribute to refining project delivery standards, processes, and tools to improve efficiency and consistency across the organization. Required Education and Experience - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field — or equivalent combination of education and experience. - 5+ years of project management experience in mission-critical, data center, or large-scale infrastructure construction. - Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, structural, and commissioning systems (HVAC, power distribution, cooling, controls). - Proven track record of delivering complex, multi-discipline projects on time and within budget. - Proficiency with project management software (MS Project, Primavera, etc.) and standard business tools (Excel, PowerPoint). - Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. - Willingness and ability to travel to project sites as needed. - Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Preferred Qualifications - PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent project management certification. - Experience in cleared, government, or high-security environments. - Experience leading projects across multiple geographic markets or remote sites. - Familiarity with modular and prefabricated data center systems. - Background in hiring, mentoring, and developing project teams. What We Offer - Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives. - Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. - Career growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding company. - Exposure to innovative, cutting-edge projects in AI, HPC, hyperscale, and high-security environments. - Collaborative culture built on innovation, teamwork, and autonomy. Compensation $100,000—$155,000 USD Benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Cigna). - 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and profit-sharing opportunities. - Employer-Paid Life Insurance (1x salary). - Short-Term Disability (company paid). - Voluntary benefits including Long-Term Disability, supplemental life insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage. - Paid Time Off (up to 160 hours annually). - 7 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday. - Birthday Time Off (8 hours). - Paid Parental Leave (8 weeks maternity, 2 weeks paternity, concurrent with FMLA). - Volunteer Time Off (40 hours annually). - Boot Reimbursement (up to $150 annually). - Tool Reimbursement ($250 annually). - Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,000 annually).

🏢 Summary: Full-time Product Manager role focused on defining and executing the roadmap for low-code/no-code builder capabilities within an enterprise AI-native SaaS platform. The position involves integrating prototypes, scaling platform features, and collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, AI, and data teams to deliver robust, configurable solutions. Requires strong technical fluency in backend systems and experience shipping infrastructure or platform services in B2B environments. 🗂️ Requirements: U.S. Citizenship, 5+ years Product Management experience in B2B SaaS, ERP, or highly configurable industry platforms, Experience shipping infrastructure or platform services, Fluency in backend systems concepts (authentication/authorization, data schemas, distributed systems), Expert-level SQL, Familiarity with Python, Experience with GitLab or GitHub, Understanding of microservices, caching, permissions models, and event systems, Familiarity with LLM-based systems and workflow tradeoffs, Bachelor's degree in business or technology-related field 📃 Skills: SQL, Python, GitLab, GitHub, Microservices, DistributedSystems, APIs, LLM, DataSchemas, Authentication, Authorization, Caching, EventSystems 🏢 Description: Job Description We are seeking an experienced product manager to build a strategy and execute against a roadmap to mature our low-code / no code builder experiences. You will be responsible for prioritizing, rationalizing, and integrating existing prototypes into the platform as well as developing new platform capabilities that serve our customers at scale. This is an individual contributor reporting to the SVP of Product. You are responsible for thinking broadly across the communities we serve and delivering solutions that provide value to a wide range of customers. You'll partner with other PMs and our engagement and implementation teams to scale "in-the-field" solutions and improve the configurability and adaptability of our platform. You should be highly motivated by striking a balance between building solutions that are robust and scalable and meeting customer needs. In order to do this job well, you must possess exceptional judgment when it comes to identifying opportunities to deliver customer value in a productized way, as well as in the relative prioritization of those opportunities. You must work effectively cross-functionally in often ambiguous circumstances, distilling market opportunities to a clear set of objectives and solutions, and articulating the value of those solutions both internally and externally. In a typical week, you could expect to: - Spend several days on site with users (internal and external), seeking to understand how users across a variety of accounts utilize Air Enterprise Readiness platform to relieve pain points and triangulate the commonalities to build new, valuable workflows in the Air Enterprise Readiness platform. - Draft clear and compelling articulation of customer problems, and what a good solution to those problems would look like in the Air Enterprise Readiness platform. - Partner with the other PMs and go-to-market team to help assess opportunities and understand the degree to which customer requirements align with product capabilities and roadmap - Define how those solutions deliver value across a wide range of customer environments and determine what features are necessary to support broad adoption of the solution. - Collaborate with engineering and design teams to deliver the most promising capabilities. - Do competitive analysis to understand what the table stakes capabilities are and what differentiators. This role may require up to 50% travel. Scope of Responsibilities - Define and prioritize the builder roadmap, balancing technical debt with high-impact UI improvements - Act as the "Internal PM" for our customer teams, ensuring they have the platform tools (APIs, UI components) they need to build faster - Spend time with power users to understand where the UI creates "friction" and translate those pains into elegant functional requirements - Partner with internal engineering, AI, and data science teams to scope the expected associated investment costs/timelines, and ensure that the business can deliver on scope, contractual obligations, and agreed-upon timelines - Facilitate market introduction of new features/functions while balancing tradeoffs of risk, cost, and speed - Ensure smooth integration of prototyped features/functions into Air Enterprise Readiness platform for utilization across customer accounts Qualifications Required Skills: - 5+ years of PM experience, specifically in B2B SaaS, ERPs, or highly configurable specialized industry platforms (e.g., FinTech, HealthTech, Construction Tech) - Fluency in backend systems concepts, including authentication/authorization models, data schemas, data orchestration systems, service contracts, and distributed system tradeoffs - Expert in SQL and familiarity with Python and GitLab/GitHub - Experience in shipping infrastructure or platform services - Fluency with technical concepts (microservices, distributed systems, caching, permissions models, data schemas, event systems, etc.) - Familiarity with LLM-based systems and the tradeoffs between deterministic workflows and agentic systems - Strong information architecture instincts, especially in configurable enterprise environments - Strong value orientation and understanding of customer needs - Self-starter with owner mentality - Growth mindset with experience in startup or growth-stage environments - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment - Exceptional written and oral communication skills - Bachelor's degree in business or a technology-related field - U.S. Citizenship is required Desired Skills: - Current possession of a U.S. security clearance, or the ability to obtain one with sponsorship - Experience in or around DoD - Experience working on low/no-code workflow or application builders Air is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

🏢 Summary: Experienced Project Manager role focused on leading construction projects from planning through completion, including budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor management, safety, and client satisfaction. The position requires strong construction management expertise, financial oversight, and coordination with field teams in industrial and commercial environments. Competitive benefits include medical coverage, paid time off, and 401K. 🗂️ Requirements: Previous project management experience or BS/BA in Building Science, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, OSHA 30 certification, First Aid and CPR training, Experience managing construction project budgets, Knowledge of construction materials and equipment, Leadership experience, Knowledge of MS Office Suite, Knowledge of construction safety and quality standards, Understanding of construction management processes, Experience with construction and project management software, Ability to budget, schedule, negotiate, and control costs, Familiarity with contract and subcontract documents, Conflict resolution experience, Strong time management and multitasking abilities, Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 📃 Skills: PMP, CCM, OSHA, CPR, FirstAid, MSOffice, CRM, HVAC, Plumbing, Piping, Rigging, FireProtection, Budgeting, Scheduling, Negotiation, ConstructionManagement 🏢 Description: About You Are you a client focused construction professional with excellent communication skills? Do you have a 'can do' attitude and an unwavering commitment to excellence? We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join the team. As a Project Manager, you will ensure the successful completion of construction projects. The work location for this position will be based on assignment to a project location. Our Commitment The organization is committed to excellence in safety, quality, customer service, and professionalism. Competitive compensation and benefits packages include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid holidays, paid vacation, and 401K. Responsibilities - Development and management of all project documentation - Schedule and lead project hand-off meetings to ensure important job information is gathered before proceeding into construction phase - Prepare construction budget by studying plans and specifications and identifying and projecting costs for each scope/item/division - Obtain appropriate permits - Finalize Schedule of Values for owner billing - Build and actively manage the project schedule with the field supervisors - Complete job number request forms and submit to accounting for job number assignment - Prepare electronic timesheet to match cost code breakdown - Ensure project financial success by establishing and managing project schedules and budgets - Develop and write subcontracts and purchase orders including negotiating terms, price, deliveries, and restock fees - Contractually manage subcontractors - Submit new vendor/subcontractor form to AP prior to job start - Prepare material status log and update continually - Collect and organize submittals and product samples for approval as needed - Prepare productivity tracking logs and update daily - Prepare/review daily pipe and structural weld reports and inspection reports - Prepare PMIs and review with construction team - Create and distribute RFIs for information and clarification of project specifics - Prepare monthly project billing and/or invoices - Submit credit card receipts weekly - Resolve cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information - Collaboratively price, negotiate, and formalize all changes in project scope - Provide Notices of Delay to document external schedule impacts - Work collaboratively with Assistant Project Managers and Superintendents to meet project schedules - Hire field personnel as needed and coordinate onboarding with HR - Ensure client satisfaction while balancing scope, time, and cost - Review time sheets for accuracy and submit to HR/Payroll - Conduct employee reviews - Manage safety, quality, and productivity of the project - Prepare/review safety and quality incident reports - Approve invoices in accounting software weekly - Ensure jobsite remains clean and orderly - Update Opportunity Project Tracking Form and submit to CRM Manager Qualifications - Previous work experience in project management or BS/BA degree in Building Science, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field - PMP, CCM, or equivalent certification considered an asset - Design/Build experience considered an asset - OSHA 30, First Aid and CPR Training - Extensive work experience managing budgets for construction projects - Excellent knowledge of construction materials and equipment - Previous leadership experience with strong leadership skills - Knowledge of MS Office Suite - Knowledge of construction safety and quality standards - Understanding of construction management processes - Familiarity with construction and project management software programs - Ability to budget, schedule, negotiate, and control costs - Familiarity with contract and subcontract documents, terms, and conditions - Conflict resolution and conflict management experience - Excellent time management ability - Ability to multitask with strong understanding of core manager duties - Excellent communication skills and interpersonal abilities Projects are commonly performed in industrial and heavy commercial environments including manufacturing facilities, automotive plants, chemical plants, distribution centers, warehouses, data centers, and other large facilities.