Project Manager (Carson)
15 hours ago
Carson
DMF Lighting is a fast-growing leader in the lighting industry, always hard at work engineering what comes next. We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager. • Pay range is $110,000 to $150,000 annually (depending on experience/knowledge/skills), • Location: onsite in Carson, CA In this position, you would be a key part of the senior executive team, working with Sales, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Marketing and external Customers. We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive Project Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong “get things done” attitude, demonstrating the ability to drive projects to successful completion with minimal required supervision. This role demands excellent organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results on time and within budget. Project Execution: Take full ownership of projects from initiation to completion, ensuring all deliverables meet quality standards and deadlines. Independent Decision-Making: Exhibit strong decision-making capabilities to address challenges and obstacles promptly, maintaining project momentum without the need for constant oversight. Proactive Problem-Solving: Anticipate potential issues and develop innovative solutions proactively, ensuring smooth project progression. Team Collaboration: Foster a collaborative work environment, effectively coordinating with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals. Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and milestones. Resource Management: Efficiently allocating and managing resources, optimizing productivity and project outcomes. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance project management efficiency. Qualifications: • 4-5 years of proven experience as a Project Manager in hardware development, factory operations, or engineering-focused project management, preferably in the LED design and manufacturing industry overseeing key projects from start to finish, from initial research to execution., • Strong organizational and time management skills, with a track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously., • Manage the day-to-day activities of projects, communicate with project teams as necessary to ensure project deliverables are on schedule., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate teams., • Providing status reports to all stakeholders including the COO., • Managing project scope and escalating issues where necessary., • A proactive mindset with a strong focus on problem-solving and achieving results., • Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure., • Make recommendations to management about schedules, prioritization, and resource allocation with input from team members., • Familiarity with project management software and tools. Preferred Attributes: • A natural self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment., • Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership and accountability., • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements., • Ability to handle a large variety of details and to work with all levels of organization., • Proficiently utilize MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and SharePoint. Nice-to-haves: • Lighting or consumer electronics industry experience, • Bilingual (Chinese and English) Company Description DMF Lighting designs and builds industry-leading LED downlighting that sets the standard for flexibility, performance, and quality. Founded over 30 years ago, DMF has grown into a leader in the lighting industry, driven by a passion for innovation and customer service. Our in-house engineers constantly push the boundaries of lighting, delivering products that combine exceptional performance with beautiful design. At DMF, we believe in a collaborative, forward-thinking culture that empowers our team to bring creative ideas to life and make a lasting impact. If you’re looking for a company where creativity and innovation are part of the DNA, DMF is the place for you. DMF Lighting is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.