Manufacturing Project Manager/Program Manager

Responsibilities

• Organize project activities, lead the project team, prioritize, and delegate tasks to team members in adherence with timeline and budget requirements
• Lead manufacturing transfer and sustaining projects for pharmaceutical packaging, medical device and drug delivery device projects encompassing multiple operational and engineering disciplines
• Function within a manufacturing setting while balancing the needs of production against the needs of new product launches
• Ensure project scope is maintained and/or manage out of scope requests
• Forecast resources for short/mid/long-term project needs
• Generate financial and project reports for internal and external communication
• Liaise with client for routine project updates, build relationships with clients
• Own project communication and stakeholder management
• Lead project update meetings, delegate tasks, prioritize activities and manage resources
• Support Business Development through project timeline and budget preparation for new opportunities as well as project extensions in collaboration with supervisor
• Facilitate internal and external project meetings
• Evaluate project risk and establish risk mitigation measures. Escalate issues as needed and implement correct and preventive actions
• Grasp technical details with an ability to lead team through decision making
• Manage ongoing project timelines and budgets
• Maintain documents relating to overall project (DMR, NPI/Transfer forms, etc.). Ensure deliverables are being met and customer is satisfied
• Capture vendor activities (suppliers, tooling vendors, automation integrators, etc)
• Ensure team members comply with established QMS guidelines/procedures/work instructions
• Mentor junior team members and interns

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering or related technical field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Candidates with a minimum of an associate’s degree plus relevant manufacturing or engineering experience may also qualify
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and manufacturing processes typically obtained through completion of a 4-year engineering or technical degree program, or through combination of formal education and progressive industry experience
• Minimum 4 years of engineering or manufacturing experience, including at least 2 years in a project management role
• Strong project management skills and ability to work alone or in teams
• Experience managing projects from concept through implementation including timelines, budget, cross-functional coordination, and process improvement initiatives preferred
• CAPM or PMP certification is a plus
• Knowledge of medical device regulations (FDA/ISO) a plus
• Experience working in a manufacturing setting, especially medical injection molding and automated assembly, is preferred
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Strong writing skills and/or data analysis
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and vendors in a technical capacity
• Proficient computer skills, including Excel and Word. Preferably experience with project management software