Project Manager II

This person manages projects from initiation through closeout and interfaces with a cross-functional, project-focused team that includes executives, department managers, line supervisors, line operatives, quality engineers, manufacturing engineers, buyers, material handlers, and outside vendors to deliver projects that meet or exceed the customer's expectations at planned or improved margins.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams in successful execution of contract manufacturing projects from design to validation and production launch.
• Develop project plans and timelines while adhering to scope, objectives, and budget.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Serves as the primary customer interface for all contractual and production matters related to delivering the customer's product.
• Drive lead processes and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Facilitate clear communication between internal teams, customers, and third-party suppliers.
• May indirectly (dotted line) supervise exempt and/or nonexempt associates and is responsible for each project's overall direction, coordination, and evaluation.
• Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation and knowledge of various factors.
• Foresee and strategically eliminate blockers and potential risks.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Travel up to 10% of the time for customer, supplier, and intra company site visits.

Requirements

• 5+ years of formal project management experience, preferably in medical device or manufacturing industry.
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university (Engineering, another technical field, or relevant certification is preferred).
• Formal project management training with thorough knowledge of project management methodologies (PMP or other relevant certification is preferred).
• Technical skills in manufacturing processes and methods, including knowledge of and experience with metal stamping, plastic molding, and assembly operations; knowledge of machine tooling design and molding.
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively present information to senior management and high-profile customers.
• Ability to respond to complex inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, and members of senior management.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Use organization and time management skills to handle the organization and delegation of tasks to ensure all project materials and deliverables are completed on time.
• Ensure stakeholders and team members stay motivated throughout the lifecycle and maintain a 'no excuses' culture.