Shift: 1st shift 

City: Solon  

Swagelok, Northeast Ohio, USA
 

Swagelok is a global organization and one of the largest employers of manufacturing talent in Northeast Ohio.  We are driven by our core values of Quality, Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Customer Focus, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement, which are demonstrated through our daily actions. For 75 years, our dedication to our core values has been the foundation for our success.  Our products have been up into space, down to the bottom of the ocean, and everywhere in between. That same dedication spans to our customers. 
 

Throughout our organization we demonstrate a commitment to these values and those we bring onboard. Whether you want to grow in your role or explore broad opportunities and develop new skills—you’ll thrive in a culture that promotes learning and development. 

We strive to be a company where we all can do our best work with a true sense of purpose and belonging.  

Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You.  
 

We hope you’ll consider joining our team. 

Position Summary: 

The PMO Program Manager will be responsible for the development, management, and coordination of our annual capital improvement portfolio for our enterprise (domestic and international) manufacturing operations. This position will lead resources inside and outside the department to prioritize initiatives that provide maximum value to the organization while ensuring that key project management standards and processes are effectively meeting deliverables.  

The PMO Program Manager is responsible for leading a team of mid-level engineering supervisors and analysts to develop annual improvement portfolios, improve existing processes, and deliver project value (cost, quality, safety, service) to the organization. The PMO Program Manager collaborates with sponsors and stakeholders to establish clear business and program objectives, manage budgets and resources, and report results in monthly and quarterly steering team meetings. The PMO Program Manager works within their staff and department teams to deliver solutions while developing talent and skills of associates. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

Prioritizes and implements an annual capital improvement portfolio of (equipment, automated systems) that continually improves Swagelok’s operational performance.  

Maintains and improves the Project Management Methodology (PMM) framework that governs how we run projects within the organization. 

Communicates program progress and escalates roadblocks to corporate committees and sponsors as needed / requested. 

Partners with engineering managers and operational directors to prioritize and develop portfolios that support overall business strategies.  

Leads staff and cross functional teams to achieve the stated project deliverables and objectives on time and within budget.  

Directs resources toward the application of standard and advanced approaches and technologies to significantly improve processes and / or systems.  

Recruits, motivates, and develops a professional, high performing staff. Emphasizes the equal importance of business results and Emotional Intelligence competency development.  

Ensures department wide familiarity and adherence to company policies and procedures. 

Leads through expertise for continuous improvement, problem solving, systems thinking and project management.  

Remains current on market trends, economics, best practices, and the needs of the business. 

Collaborates with colleagues/customers and leverages customer knowledge to co-develop solutions that provide high value.  

Direct reports 3-6 

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: 

Required: 

Education/Experience:   

College or university BS/BA degree in Business, Engineering or equivalent.  

4+ years in leading a team and portfolio of investments/projects.  

Experience improving a business process, including the demonstrated application of problem-solving tools/techniques.  

Experience coaching and inspiring a team for high performance. 

  Skills/Knowledge:  

Expert knowledge and insight of the theories, methodologies, practices, and procedures related to project and risk management.  

Fully capable of understanding and analyzing data trends. 

Demonstrated ability to drive, lead, and influence complex projects.  

Advanced problem solving and decision-making ability.  

Excellent communication, leadership, and influence skills in daily practices.  

Demonstrates broad general business acumen. 

Formal training / certification in project management, six sigma, and lean concepts.  

Critical Competencies: 

Effective Communication 

Initiative & Creativity 

Problem Solving/Analytical Ability 

Teamwork & collaboration 

Accountability 

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements: 

​​Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.  

​Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.​ 

Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards.  
 

To apply: 

1. Click ‘Apply Now’ to the role of interest, upload your resume and complete the application.

2. Those that match our qualifications will be contacted to schedule a phone interview. 
 

Congratulations on taking the first step to Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You. 

Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law  

Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990,the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and Ohio state law.  

This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at-will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.