Technical Project Manager - Winston-Salem

Description

Company Overview:

Biomerics is a world-class manufacturer and innovative polymer solutions provider for the medical device and biotech industries. As a vertically integrated company, we specialize in the design, development, and production of medical devices for diagnostic and interventional procedures. We are focused on next-generation solutions for the vascular access, electrophysiology, cardiac rhythm management, neurovascular, structural heart, and cardiovascular markets.

At Biomerics, we are dedicated to our diverse employee base. We understand that a strong, skilled, and engaged workforce is the foundation of our continued success as a business. We strive to live up to the Biomerics values in all our interactions. It is an exciting time to be part of our collective team. There is no limit to the impact that can be achieved here at Biomerics. We improve and advance our employees' lives, and the lives of the patients that depend on our products.

At Biomerics we believe in integrity, partnership, empowerment & accountability, trust, agility, teamwork, excellence, and we care. Our team-oriented, customer-focused corporate culture places a premium on building strategic, mutually beneficial partnerships with customers as well as our team members.

Biomerics is a leading provider of laser processing services and contract manufacturing of medical components and assemblies to a wide range of customers throughout the United States and internationally. The company develops and implements leading-edge part-specific manufacturing processes utilizing such high-tech manufacturing tools as rapid prototyping, automation, PLCs, robotics, and vision systems.

The Technical Project Manager will oversee and manage the activities of multiple projects involving department and cross-functional teams and is adept at handling the intricacies of a large, complex manufacturing project, equipment, layout, processes, and more. Additionally, the position is responsible for project delivery within prescribed time frames, funding parameters, and scope.

The Technical Project Manager manages projects from initiation through closeout and interfaces with a cross-functional, project-focused team that includes executives, department managers, line supervisors, line operatives, quality engineers, manufacturing engineers, buyers, material handlers, and outside vendors to deliver projects that meet or exceeds the customer’s expectations at planned or improved margins. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional teams in successful execution of contract manufacturing projects from design to validation and production launch.
• Develop project plans and timelines while adhering to scope, objectives, and budget.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Serves as the primary customer interface      for all contractual and production matters related to delivering the customer's product. 
• Drive lead processes and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Facilitate clear communication between internal teams, customers, and third-party suppliers 
• May indirectly (dotted line) supervise exempt and/or nonexempt associates and is responsible for each project's overall direction, coordination, and evaluation. 
• Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation and knowledge of various factors. 
• Foresee and strategically eliminate blockers and potential risks.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Travel <10% of the time for customer, supplier, and intra company site visits. 

Requirements

Preferred Requirements and Qualifications: 

• 5+ years of formal project management experience, preferably in medical device or manufacturing industry. 
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university (Engineering, another technical field, or relevant certification is preferred).
• Formal project management training with thorough knowledge of project management methodologies (PMP or other relevant certification is preferred).
• Technical skills in manufacturing processes and methods, including knowledge of and experience with metal stamping, plastic molding, and assembly operations; knowledge of machine tooling design and molding.
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders.
• Expert-level ability to effectively present information to senior management and high-profile customers.
• Ability to respond to complex inquiries or compl