IT Applications Project Manager - Multiple Levels

We have the ability to hire at the Associate, Mid, or Senior level for this position. In this role, you'll work a hybrid schedule of 3 days on site at our corporate office in Mason, Michigan, and up to 2 days remote. 

Dart Container is seeking an IT Applications Project Manager who is passionate about their work and excited to join a thriving, innovative company. If you want to help set the Industry Standard of Excellence by working at a company that invests in new technology and provides exciting opportunities to drive your career, you’ve found your fit!

The IT Applications Project Manager will be a team player, facilitating successful completion of projects for departments across the organization, while applying project management methodologies. You will work within Dart’s portfolio office, whose structure will help you define project schedules and work plans, and effectively allocate resources. IT Project Managers are key in helping the company reach its strategic objectives.

With a foundation built on honesty, integrity, teamwork and respect for the individual, we’ve created a workplace where people who share our values thrive. We also invest in providing an environment centered on safety, community, health and wellness.

It only takes one application to be considered for all 3 levels. See below for details and apply today!

Core Skills and Qualifications:

The ideal Associate level candidate must possess all of the following:

• Associate’s degree with an emphasis in computer science or related field of study and two (2) years of experience as a Project Manager or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience effectively managing and executing small to mid-sized projects or activities

• Ability to establish project plans, regularly monitor and track progress on work projects, and communicate with project partners
• Basic understanding or awareness of multiple project management and implementation methodologies
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Education or professional experience with Microsoft Project, Microsoft Project Server and/or a similar Project Management software
• Experience using Microsoft Office, including the ability to create basic reports, documents, presentations and spreadsheets in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint
• Strong communication skills in order to clearly explain options and solutions to end-users

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• SharePoint experience

The ideal Mid-level candidate must possess all of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in computer science or related field of study and five (5) years of experience as a Project Manager or equivalent combination of education and experience 

• Five (5) years of experience in managing application development or commercial off the shelf software implementations

• Experience using Microsoft Project, Microsoft Project Server and/or a similar Project Management software

• Experience with a range of project management methodologies including an understanding of Waterfall and Agile

• Experience using Microsoft Office, including the ability to create basic reports, documents, presentations and spreadsheets in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint

• Experience managing a team of people

• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously

• Experience with project planning, scheduling, tracking and reporting

• Experience with change management, project risk mitigation, and issue management

• Proven leadership skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary in order to persuade and influence decision making of individuals, groups, or work teams, and to explain difficult issues

• Successful track record of managing large projects

• Ability to maintain composure and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced, customer-focused work environment characterized by rapid change, minimal lead times, and multiple competing priorities

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience in managing international software projects and/or multi-lingual abilities
• PMP Certification
• SharePoint experience
• Ability to travel internationally

The ideal Senior level candidate must possess all of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in computer science or related field of study and eight (8) years of experience as a Project Manager or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Eight (8) years of experience in managing application development or commercial off the shelf software implementations
• Experience using Microsoft Project, Microsoft Project Server and/or a similar Project Management software
• Experience with a range of project management methodologies including an understanding of Waterfall and Agile
• Experience using Microsoft Office, including the ability to create basic reports, documents, presentations and spreadsheets in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint
• Experience managing a team of people
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with project planning, scheduling, tracking and reporting
• Experience with change management, project risk mitigation, and issue management
• Proven leadership skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary in order to persuade and influence decision making of individuals, groups, or work teams, and to explain difficult issues
• Successful track record of managing large projects
• Ability to maintain composure and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced, customer-focused work environment characterized by rapid change, minimal lead times, and multiple competing priorities

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience in managing international software projects and/or multi-lingual abilities
• PMP Certification
• SharePoint experience
• Ability to travel internationally

All levels may require:

• Ability to travel up to 10% domestically
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Additional work hours including weekends and holidays as required

Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red Solo cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for more than 50 years. Dart is a family-owned, family-focused company of 13,000 employees united by a shared set of values. Headquartered in Mason, MI, Dart has 30 locations in four countries.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace.  Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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