Manufacturing Project Manager

Gilero, A Sanner Company, is a trusted partner for medical and drug delivery device development, offering expertise in design, development, and manufacturing solutions. With a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, we help bring life-enhancing products to market efficiently and effectively. We have an exciting new position at our growing Greensboro, NC Plant for a Manufacturing Project Manager! In this role you will coordinate all project activities within a multi-disciplinary team for manufacturing transfer and sustaining projects for pharmaceutical packaging, medical devices, and drug delivery devices while ensuring all deliverables meet time, budget, and quality requirements.

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
• Coordinate 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

Skills/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

Personal Attributes:

• Meets Gilero Core Values: Collaboration, Innovation, Excellence, & Integrity
• Productive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• A self-starter seeking a career opportunity with potential for internal advancement
• Commits to excellence and quality service to external and internal customers
• Adheres to established policies and procedures, while contributing to continuous improvements

Eligibility to Work:

• Applicants must be permanently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
• Gilero does not offer sponsorship for employment authorizations (work visas).
• We are an E-Verify employer and confirm work authorization for all new hires.

Why work at Gilero?

Founded in 2002, Gilero, a Sanner Group company, is an international contract engineering firm that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of novel medical devices and drug delivery products. At Gilero we are proud of the culture we have built that directly reflects our values of excellence, integrity, innovation, and collaboration. Motivated by our purpose to benefit people and improve patient outcomes, our team continue to grow at a rapid pace. US locations include Carlsbad, CA; Chicago, IL; as well as NC locations in Durham, Greensboro, and Pittsboro.

You will enjoy an annual bonus plan, Medical (3 BCBS plans to choose from), dental and vision, company provided life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with a match the first month after you start with a zero-vesting period, and access to LinkedIn learning for personal and professional development.