Technical Project Manager

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Job Summary:

Responsible for managing various facets of quality projects related to submissions to the FDA, review and approval of documents and the management of systems.

Essential Job Duties:

• Develop production objectives, manage, and maintain project plans
• Interface with various groups to ensure that objectives and timelines are met specifically for preparing complex technical submissions related to major facility projects
• Review and approve protocols and final reports
• Ensure implementation and maintain compliance of Methods Validation
• Write and revise documents and procedures
• Plan, direct and manage internal and contract manufacturing projects from concept to production using recognized project management tools including initiation, control and closure.
• Formulate project objectives, approaches, schedules, risk assessments, budgetary constraints and manpower requirements in accordance with customer needs.
• Lead cross-functional project team on project execution to meet objectives, on-time delivery and budget constraints
• Establish and maintain timely and clear communication with project team, customers and suppliers.  Ensure appropriate processes are followed for effective and timely engagement of related parties in completion of designated project activities.
• Provide regular status update to senior management. 

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in the sciences or related field.  Supplemental training / education in business administration desirable. Project management certification a plus
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in pharmaceutical, medical device, plastic/parts design industry including 3 years in increasingly complex project management duties in a GMP product development / process improvement environment.
• Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.  Example:  If a job level requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience, an equivalency could include 8 years of experience, an Associate’s degree with 6 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience.
• Working knowledge of QS, cGMP, Process Flows, Design Software, Schematics. 
• Must have sound knowledge of MS Office, MS Project, relational database. 
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with all levels of the organization. 
• Ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities with low level of supervision. 
• Detail oriented with strong emphasis on accuracy and thoroughness. 
• Project management training (PMI preferred). 
• Knowledge of 2D/3D barcoding and electronic data transfer systems highly desirable. 
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally up to 20%.

Occupational Demands:

Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequently sits for 6-8 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.   Occasionally walks and stands. Occasionally bends and twists neck.  Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 25lbs. Frequently drives to site locations with occasional travel within the United States. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences.  Interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Must work with diverse groups to obtain consensus on issues.

The estimated pay scale for Technical Project Manager role based in California, is $105,000 -$125,000 per year. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 8% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, life insurance, PTO, paid holidays and up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internal equity and market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. Since our humble beginnings in 1909, Grifols has been a family company that prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled over the last 10 years, and you can grow with us!

Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:

Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.  We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : CA-Los Angeles:USVALLEY - Valley Bl Mfg Plant - LA, CA

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