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:

Manage tech transfer projects of new products to be transferred into GRAM manufacturing facilities. Detail oriented and has excellent organizational, communication and management skills to coordinate with the entire team and customers. Responsible for the creation, 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. Ensures invoice milestones are completed in a timely fashion.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Biochemistry, or other Life Sciences or related field
• 7 years related work experience in a manufacturing industry.
• Training or education in project management or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Must have proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, Outlook PowerPoint, and/or other relevant Project Management software.

Preferred Requirements:

• Proficient in project management software required.
• PMP or other applicable Project Management certification

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Lead the initiation, planning, execution, control and closure of tech transfer projects.
• Availability to flex schedule to host customers while onsite.
• Act as a liaison between customers and team members.
• Assist with the management of global customer relationships and programs.
• Facilitate new and/or perspective client visits.
• Serve as a liaison for the Project Management team and the evaluation of new business opportunities.
• 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.
• Communicate relevant project information to sponsors.
• Deliver engaging, informative, well-organized presentations.
• Resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely fashion.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change.
• Set and manage customer expectations and manage day-to-day interaction.
• Communicate effectively with customers to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions.
• Seek opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen customer relationships.

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 17 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: We offer all employees one (1) paid day of Wellness Time Off (WTO) per quarter to invest in self-care, take some downtime, or whatever 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. Shift differential available for second and third shift!