Project Manager, Capital Projects

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:

The Project Manager of Capital Projects identifies, plans and actively manages internal capital projects ensuring that they are completed successfully, within approved scope, timeline and budgetary constraints. Projects may vary in scope and cross-functional involvement, and may include implementation of business systems, validated GxP computer systems, new equipment/utilities, and/or facility expansion or facility modifications. The Project Manager of Capital Projects is responsible for ensuring project teams are appropriately cross-functional, and that projects are implemented within the requirements of the GRAM process(es).

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business Administration, or other related field, and 5+ years of related work experience, including 1-3 years of specific project management experience.
• Direct work experience in a project management capacity.
• Working knowledge of basic and advanced project management techniques and tools, including MS Project.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Requirements:

• Certified Project Management Professional or equivalent knowledge and experience preferred.
• Prior experience regulated manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment is preferred, an understanding of GMP quality systems a plus.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Oversee implementation of capital projects aligned with achieving organizational objectives and departmental goals through determining and defining project scope and project objectives.
• Manage project budgets, in conjunction with the CAPEX program and Finance Department.
• Coordinate and facilitate regular project meetings, including working team meetings and management level project status meetings.
• Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
• Develop and utilize appropriate project tracking tools to track issues, risks, and action items, and communicate status and risks to project teams and management.
• Prepare monthly project status reports and present to GRAM Management Team on improvement metrics and business risks.
• Participate in lessons learned programming to ensure continuous improvement of the project management program at GRAM.

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.