Well-established in the Luxury Goods, Perfumes & Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals, Wines & Spirits and Confectionery & Specialties markets, we are broadening our international presence by integrating locally-active sites that share our DNA. Together, we are committed to supporting our customers by providing them with high-performance, sustainable services in the world of cases, labels, boxes and point-of-sale displays.
With more than 50 years of know-how, we create customized, innovative solutions that are always responsive to environmental and social issues. We employ more than 4,000 people across 41 human-scale sites, who contribute to generate sales of 800 millions euros.
Authentic, sharing common values, we recruit individuals who are looking for a personal and collective adventure.
We see beautiful packaging and detailed labels in every aspect of our day-to-day lives and don't think much about it. But where does the packaging and labels actually come from? How are they manufactured?
By Autajon of course! We are amongst the European leaders in the packaging market. The Autajon Group is represented in the markets of Luxury & Cosmetics, Wines & Spirits, Pharmaceuticals and Consumer Goods. Established in Europe, with locations in the US and in China, our French family Group represents more than 600 million euros of sales turnover and 4,000 employees. What's our ambition? To offer the best of innovation in our markets while empowering our employees.
Are you looking for the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? Look no further! Our Group is looking for new talent, passionate about their work and eager to meet the needs of our customers as well as working with the most prestigious international brands!
Autajon Packaging Thoro:
Based in Southern California, close to the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, Autajon Packaging Thoro has provided more than 50 years of award-winning experience in innovative folding carton design and manufacturing experience. Our eco-friendly packaging expertise caters to customers across multiple industries such as Medical, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic, and Health & Beauty. We are ISO certified and utilize state-of-the-art technologies to meet the strictest standards of excellence in folding carton manufacturing. We employ 235+ full-time employees and are conveniently located in Corona, CA, approximately 35 miles from the beach and 50 miles from the mountains, making it a great place to live if you enjoy the outdoors or to raise a family.
We are proud to be a part of the Packaging Division of the Autajon Group. The continued success of the Group comes from the commitment of its employees that combine a passion for their craft and their skills with the ambition of the Group.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Your Role
Are you detail oriented, highly organized, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? Do you love the challenge of performing a wide variety of tasks as you work collaboratively with your team to achieve goals in a casual environment? If so, we have an opportunity for a Project Manager to become a member of the operations team and oversee the modification of an existing warehouse facility into a manufacturing facility. This includes all aspects of project from inception to completion, ensuring it is complete on time, within budget, and according to specifications by managing all phases of the modification process, collaborating with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders, while adhering to local building codes and safety regulations.
Pay Range: $90-110K/annual
Your Responsibilities
- The primary objective is to modify an existing new building build as a warehouse to transfer our manufacturing activities in a 12 to 18 month timeframe
- Set needed construction and amenities
- Follow-up for an on-time and on-budget achievement
- Supervise all work by outside contractors to ensure that they are completing their work satisfactorily
- Maintain all documentation of work
- Advise/recommend/design project modifications and additions to improve Operations performance after moving, reduce project completion time, reduce project overall cost
- Manage capital projects, develop scope of work and conduct bids. Oversee work and approve progress payments and final sign-off of the projects. Track compliance and make appropriate recommendation
- Mentor and develop team members
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications Needed
- 5 years of overall project management experience
- At least 3 years managing warehouse or manufacturing facility modifications specifically
- Previous experience in California construction projects is highly valuable due to state-specific regulations
- A degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field would be a plus.
Skills and Knowledge
Technical Skills
- Understanding of industrial/warehouse building codes and California-specific regulations
- Knowledge of manufacturing operations and logistics
- Experience with construction project management
- Understanding of OSHA safety requirements
- Knowledge of permit processes specific to California
Project Management Skills
- Budget development and management
- Schedule creation and timeline management
- Resource allocation
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Vendor/contractor selection and management
- Stakeholder communication
- Change management
Software Proficiency
- Project management tracking
- CAD software understanding (for reviewing floor plans)
- Document management systems
- Communication tools
- Excel or other spreadsheet applications for budget tracking
Soft Skills
- Leadership and team management with a hands-on attitude
- Strong attention to detail, technical, organizational, time-management, cost
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Communication (written and verbal)
- Negotiation
- Adaptability
- Conflict resolution
- Multi-tasking under pressure
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/BENEFITS
What We Offer
We believe our employees are truly our company's most valuable asset and critical to our continued success. Offering competitive compensation and ensuring you and your family have comprehensive and affordable health insurance plans with a focus on your wellbeing is a valuable benefit we are proud to offer. This includes Paid Time Off, 401(k) with Company match, health insurance (eligible day one) and various employee benefit plans. With an appreciation of your professional and personal growth, you will have plenty of opportunities to grow and excel with Autajon Packaging Thoro.
Autajon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.