Manufacturing Engineering III - Project Manager - Onsite Allentown, PA
On-siteAllentown, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Lead capital projects for new equipment acquisitions from concept to completion, managing strategic initiatives within scope, schedule, budget, and quality parameters. Develop and maintain detailed project plans, Gantt charts, and budget tracking using Smartsheet while coordinating meetings with vendors to ensure alignment on deliverables and specifications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project execution, navigate ambiguity, and mitigate risks in a matrix environment. Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety standards, including wearing required PPE in a cleanroom environment with loud noises. Manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while supporting business growth and operational excellence for customers making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated expertise in project management methodologies, tools and best practices
- Leadership abilities with proven success guiding teams through influence
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work with all levels
- Experience managing capital project budgets, timelines, risks and stakeholder expectations
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously
- Business acumen and strategic mindset
- Problem-solving abilities and proactive approach to risk mitigation
- Proficiency with MS Office suite and project management software like Smartsheet
- Experience in regulated industry (e.g. pharmaceutical, medical device)
- Knowledge of GMP/GLP, ISO and other relevant quality standards
- Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in project management leading complex, cross-functional initiatives, or an equivalent combination of technical certification plus 5 years of experience in project management leading complex, cross-functional initiatives within manufacturing engineering on GMP industries (pharmaceutical, medical device, food and beverage, or similar)
- Travel may be required up to 20%
- Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
- Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
- Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed
- Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Desired Qualifications
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent preferred
- Preferred Fields of Study: Science, Engineering, Business Administration or related field
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