Sr. Operations Project Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 6, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 16, 2026. Jabil scores B on the Alion truth index.
How will you make an impact?
The Senior Operations Project Manager will lead large, high-complexity, cross-company initiatives including Bluefield (Brownfield) programs within existing facilities and future Greenfield site or line deployments. This role provides end-to-end accountability for planning and execution across Jabil, customer, and third-party partners and is based onsite at one of our manufacturing facilities in Florence, Kentucky. The position requires strong leadership of multi-functional teams, structured stakeholder coordination, and ownership of schedule, scope, quality, cost, and customer commitments, with sufficient technical understanding to support process setup and automation deployment.
What will you do?
Work onsite at the Florence, KY facility to support day-to-day execution, stakeholder alignment, and issue resolution
Lead complex Bluefield (Brownfield) projects and transition to future Greenfield (New Product) initiatives
Ensure project requirements and objectives are clearly defined, aligned, and translated into executable plans
Build and lead cross-functional teams across Jabil, customer organizations, and external vendors
Serve as primary interface with customers, third-party partners, executive sponsors, and internal stakeholders
Develop and manage integrated project plans including milestones, dependencies, risks, and mitigation actions
Align teams to customer and business needs by establishing clear goals, deliverables, and success metrics
Drive execution to meet scope, schedule, quality, and cost targets
Track and manage project KPIs, risks, issues, and corrective actions
Provide regular project status reporting including progress, variances, and recovery plans
Coordinate resource capacity planning and support budget and staffing forecasts
Partner with engineering, automation, and operations teams to support process setup, line readiness, and automation installation
Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned, metrics analysis, and best practice sharing
Demonstrate strong customer focus and effective decision-making in high-pressure environments
Ensure compliance with Jabil policies, procedures, and security requirements
Perform other duties as assigned
No direct people management responsibility
How Will You Get Here?
Required Knowledge & Skills:
Proven experience leading Bluefield (Brownfield) and Greenfield projects in manufacturing or operations environments
Strong technical aptitude to understand manufacturing process flows, line setup, and production readiness
Working knowledge of server and rack assembly processes preferred
Experience supporting automation deployment including robots, cobots, or semi-automated manufacturing systems preferred
Ability to translate technical concepts into executable project plans across engineering, operations, and external partners
Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments across regions, functions, and company boundaries
Working knowledge of Jabil operating policies, culture, and guiding principles preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and project reporting tools
Education & Experience:
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent required
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Project Management, or related field required
Master’s degree preferred
Minimum 10 years of project or program management experience in complex, cross-functional environments OR equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Benefits You Will Receive While Working With Jabil:
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
401K match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Adoption Assistance
Annual Merit Increases
Community Volunteer Opportunities
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.