Manufacturing Program Manager

Position Overview

• Role: Manufacturing Program Manager
• Location: Worcester, MA (Hybrid: Onsite Tue–Thu; Remote Mon & Fri)
• Duration: 18 – 24 Months
• Schedule: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

1. Global Program Leadership & Execution

• Lead large-scale programs spanning multiple manufacturing, testing, and storage facilities globally.
• Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle for medical devices and drug-device combination products, including assembly, labeling, packaging, testing, storage, and final release.
• Establish project governance using standard tools (Program Charters, MS Project timelines, Work Breakdown Structures, RACI matrices, and Risk Registers).

2. Technical Operations & Transfer

• Direct the transfer of products from R&D/development stage into commercial manufacturing operations.
• Manage industrialization and qualification processes for drug fill/finish lines, device assembly, and packaging operations.
• Align material sourcing, demand/supply planning, and network-wide distribution to support global commercial supply and product launches.

3. Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Alignment

• Act as the central liaison across diverse functional areas: Manufacturing, Engineering, Science & Technology (MS&T), Supply Chain, Quality, and Regulatory .
• Facilitate global team meetings, maintain clear project communications, track action items, and keep stakeholders accountable.
• Support regulatory submission strategies and market access pathways across different countries.

4. Financial & Risk Management

• Track and manage program budgets against approved financial plans, identifying and resolving any variances.
• Proactively identify scientific, technical, or operational risks and implement contingency plans to prevent project delays.
• Identify efficiency opportunities for cost reduction and schedule acceleration.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field. (Advanced degrees and PMP/PgMP certifications are a plus).
• Industry Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in technical operations, manufacturing, or engineering within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device sectors.
• Program Management: 5+ years leading complex, global programs or projects.
• Plant Operations: 5+ years hands-on experience in drug product fill/finish, device manufacturing, or combination product packaging environments.
• Technical Proficiency: High proficiency with MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint . (Power BI, Smartsheet, or AI tool experience is a plus).
• Core Competencies: Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills with a proven track record of solving complex technical and business problems.