Project Manager
Operations
Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico · Coahuila, Mexico
MXN 366,200-523,200 / year
- Lead end-to-end execution of manufacturing-related projects including equipment installations, process improvements, plant expansions, and NPI initiatives
- Develop detailed project plans and corp. level presentations including scope, timelines, resources, budgets, and deliverables
- Ensure alignment with plant production schedules and operational constraints
- Drive adherence to stage-gate or structured project management processes
- Apply Lean and Six Sigma (DMAIC/DMADV) methodologies to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase throughput
- Lead Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and process optimization initiatives
- Utilize data-driven decision-making to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions
- Track and report measurable improvements in cost, quality, delivery, and safety (CQDS)
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and EHS teams
- Ensure seamless integration of projects into daily plant operations
- Coordinate activities across multiple manufacturing sites (U.S. and Mexico)
- Support standardization of processes and best practice sharing across locations
- Identify and mitigate project risks impacting production, safety, or quality
- Ensure all projects comply with OSHA (U.S.), NOM (Mexico), and company EHS standards
- Promote a strong safety-first culture in all project activities
- Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective/preventive actions
- Develop and manage capital expenditure (CapEx) budgets
- Track project costs, ROI, and financial performance
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure efficient use of resources
- Support business case development and post-implementation reviews
- Act as primary liaison between plant leadership and project teams
- Provide clear, data-driven project updates to stakeholders and senior leadership
- Manage expectations across diverse, cross-cultural teams
- Facilitate project reviews, milestone tracking, and escalation management
- Bachelor Science degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field required
- 5–8+ years of project management experience in industrial manufacturing or plant operations
- Proven success managing capital projects, process improvements, or NPI in a plant environment
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes (e.g., assembly, machining, automation)
- Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred)
- Reporting Software experience (Noetix, Crystal Reports).
- Advanced proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, etc.)
- Travel required (approximately 25–40%) between Aiken, Mexicali, and Saltillo locations
- Data analysis skills (Minitab, Excel, or similar tools preferred)
- Understanding of CapEx planning and industrial equipment integration
- English Level B2 as minimum required
- PMP (Project Management Professional)
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt (required or strongly preferred).
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe inclusive teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
At Emerson, our employee’s passion for innovation and results drives our
success. We actively pursue new technologies, capabilities and approaches to drive tangible value for our customers. To reward this passion for innovation and results, Emerson makes meaningful investments in our people. We provide competitive compensation, integrated benefits offerings, and fulfilling career journeys that support the growth of each employee. We firmly believe that when Emerson is successful in achieving its operational and financial goals, our employees share in the company’s success. The salary range for this role is 366,200-523,200 pesos annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role
Are you a professional looking for an exciting opportunity to grow and develop professionally? Emerson has the perfect opportunity for you! The Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering complex projects within a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment, ensuring alignment with plant operations, safety standards, quality requirements, and business objectives. This role drives execution of capital projects, process improvements, new product introductions (NPI), product transfers and operational excellence initiatives, leveraging Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. The Project Manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across U.S. and Mexico manufacturing sites, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and performance.