Sr. Project Manager

Description

Quality, Service, Collaboration, Courage. Do you exhibit these values and wish to be around others that do too? Are you interested in making a difference in your community and the world? Are you looking for a place where you can grow and learn in a diverse, community-minded culture? If these statements resonate with you, Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) welcomes you to apply to join our community of dedicated individuals improving lives every day.

Overview of this Position:

Lead and manage tech transfer projects of new products into GRAM manufacturing facilities which includes engineering, clinical and PPQ batches and associated activities. Senior Project Manager is detail oriented and has excellent organizational, communication and management skills to engage with the project team and client team members. Build a strong rapport with key client contacts and GRAM leaders through demonstration of sound decision making and solution-oriented approach. Responsible for the creation, execution, monitoring and control of project schedules, risk management, assigning responsibilities, action items and critical path items, and day-to-day operational aspects of projects and scope. Responsible for authoring project work orders and change orders.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry or other Life Sciences or related field
• 10 years related work experience in a manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of project management techniques and tools.
• Experience in a drug product pharmaceutical organization.
• Direct work experience in project management capacity, specifically with tech transfer of products into a sterile manufacturing facility.
• Must have proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, Outlook PowerPoint, and/or other relevant Project Management software.

Preferred Requirements:

• Demonstrated leadership, managing people.
• Experience in risk management.
• PMP Certification.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Lead the initiation, planning, execution, control and closure of tech transfer projects.
• Act as a liaison between client team members/leadership and GRAM project team members/leadership.
• Communicate effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business / technical solutions.
• Assists with the management of global customer relationships and programs.
• Facilitate the planning and definition of the project scope, milestones, risks, goals, and deliverables through assigning and tracking the implementation of change controls, tech transfer plans, and templated project management tools.
• Work with all internal departments at GRAM to manage project budget and resource allocation.
• Facilitate project status meetings with project team followed up with meeting agendas and minutes to all stakeholders.
• Facilitate, document, and track the identification of projects risks and the associated risk mitigation plans.
• Identify, resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely fashion.
• Communicate relevant project information to leadership.
• Deliver engaging, informative, well-organized presentations.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change.
• Set and manage customer expectations and manage day-to-day interaction.
• Seek opportunities to increase client satisfaction and deepen relationships.
• Availability to flex schedule to host customers while onsite.
• Assists with the professional development of the Project Managers and Associate Project Managers.

Full job description available during formal interview process.

What Sets GRAM Apart from Other Employers:

MEDICAL BENEFITS starting day 1: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits are available to you and your family on your first day of work, with the company paying for 75% of the cost! Once eligible for the 401(k) program, all your contributions are immediately 100% vested, and you are immediately vested in GRAM contributions as well. We also offer generous off-shift premiums!

Paid VOLUNTEERISM starting day 1: GRAM encourages giving back to our community by offering 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year!

PTO: Full-time employees accrue up to 13 days of time off per calendar year. You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs!

WELLNESS TIME OFF: Employees earn 1 hour of time off for every 30 hours worked to use how you choose.

PAID HOLIDAYS: We offer 10 paid holidays per calendar year with immediate eligibility!

PAY: Depends on Experience and is discussed during the interview process.