Role Overview
The Project Manager will lead cross-functional teams to execute complex projects within the manufacturing and packaging lifecycle. This includes the implementation of new packaging technologies, production line optimizations, and product launches while ensuring strict adherence to global regulatory standards (FDA, EMA, MHRA).
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-End Project Leadership: Lead projects from initial concept through to commercialization, including equipment installation (IQ/OQ/PQ) and process validation.
- Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact between Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, and external vendors.
- Compliance & Quality: Ensure all project activities comply with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Resource & Budget Oversight: Manage project budgets (CAPEX/OPEX), tracking spend against milestones and mitigating financial risks.
- Risk Management: Proactively identify technical or regulatory bottlenecks in the packaging line (e.g., serialization issues, material shortages) and develop contingency plans.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive "Lean" initiatives to reduce waste in the packaging process and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Technical Skills & Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
- Experience: 5+ years of project management experience specifically within Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences manufacturing.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of GMP, Annex 15, and serialization requirements (e.g., DSCSA).
- Tooling: Proficiency in PM software (MS Project, Smartsheet, or Jira) and familiarity with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle.
- Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 certification is highly preferred. Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt is a significant plus.
Randstad encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Whilst appointments will be made on merit alone candidates must be able to prove their right to work in the UK or the Republic of Ireland (as relevant). Randstad acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003
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