Non-Technical Project/Program Management - Entry
This entry-level non-technical project/program management role involves supporting project objectives, ensuring adherence to specifications, managing resources, and documenting all phases of projects. The position requires onsite presence in Austin, TX, with responsibilities including compliance with company policies and safety protocols, as well as supporting data collection and preliminary project activities.
About Careertakes
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Role overview
Confidential Client is hiring an Entry-level Non-Technical Project/Program Manager to join an onsite manufacturing & engineering team in Austin, TX. This is a full-time, onsite position (shift: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM) focused on supporting project and program objectives, documentation, and resource tracking in a production/engineering environment.
What you’ll do
- Support project and program objectives including outcomes, milestones, viability studies, and resource planning.
- Help ensure projects meet product/process specifications, cost targets, and timelines.
- Document phases of project, program, and process development; share required information across functions.
- Maintain compliance with policies related to engineering/lab notebooks, patents, confidentiality, and safety.
- Assist with data collection for materials and financial resources.
- Research and support studies on new technologies as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (required).
- 2–4 years of related experience in project coordination, program support, or a related field.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Comfortable working onsite in a production or lab environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly across teams and escalate issues when needed.
Working conditions & requirements
- 100% onsite role in Austin, TX (shift: 8am–5pm).
- Role may require extended standing, walking, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.
- May involve work in tight spaces and environments with elevated noise levels.
- May require use of hand and power tools.
- Some assignments may require working in a clean room; appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.
Compensation & benefits
- Pay range: $27.00 to $31.50 per hour (as stated by client).
- Benefit offerings may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan where eligible.
- Paid leave and holiday pay may be available as required by federal, state, or local law.
Equal employment information
Confidential Client and Careertakes welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Military-connected candidates and individuals with arrest and conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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