Project Manager New Grad - Manufacturing

Who we are

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.

New Grad- Project Manager, Manufacturing

We want to learn from you! At Symbotic, early career talent helps us solve critical issues in creative and innovative ways. That is why we are seeking a new graduate from an accredited University for this opportunity. By joining Symbotic, new grads will be a part of an established team, contribute to real projects, and help develop solutions. New grads will be exposed to training and mentorship from our leaders while being encouraged to leverage their unique ideas and perspective.

What we need

Symbotic is seeking a New Grad- Project Manager to join our External Manufacturing organization. Your job will be to support project coordination across our manufacturing programs while developing the cross-functional experience needed to grow into a program management role.

What we do

The External Manufacturing team works across suppliers and manufacturing programs supporting areas such as automation, steel and structural components, bots, new product introduction, conveyors, and battery swap initiatives. In this role, you will work alongside experienced project managers and gain exposure to quality, logistics, procurement, planning, suppliers, and manufacturing operations.

What you'll do

• Work alongside experienced Project Managers, learning through coaching, mentorship, and hands-on project coordination.

• Coordinate project activities and follow up with vendors and cross-functional partners to help keep work moving forward.

• Participate in project and product-line meetings, helping coordinate activities, information, and follow-up actions.

• Support projects that may include new product introduction, automation, steel and structural components, bots, conveyors, and battery swap initiatives.

• Collaborate across quality, logistics, procurement, planning, suppliers, and manufacturing to develop an understanding of each function's role in project execution.

• Gain exposure to manufacturing and quality activities, including time working directly in manufacturing environments. The role will require being onsite at supplier and manufacturer sites to support program delivery.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

• Interest in developing a career in project or program management within a manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with project and productivity tools such as Jira, Microsoft Excel, or Microsoft Project.

• Ability to collaborate across functions including quality, logistics, procurement, planning, suppliers, and manufacturing.

• Ability to work onsite in the Detroit, Michigan area 3 to 5 days per week and spend time working in manufacturing environments.

• Willingness to support different product lines or functional areas based on business and project needs.

Our Environment

• Up to 25% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver's license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client locations and company HQ.
• Employees may be required to use a personal credit card for business travel expenses, which are reimbursed based on the program guidelines. Eligible employees may receive a corporate credit card based on role and travel requirements, but a personal credit card may be needed during onboarding until the corporate card is issued.

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About Symbotic

Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.

We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work – for you and the world. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 

We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information. 

The base range for this position in the posted location is $82,000.00 - $95,000.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, PTO and/or other benefits.