Project Manager - NPI Medical Device Manufacturing

EPTAM Plastics•Northfield, NH

12d

About The Position

EPTAM Precision Plastics is looking for a Project Manager - NPI Medical Device Manufacturing to join our team in Northfield, NH. Join us as we create devices being used in all facets of the medical industry. Our parts are seen in the following areas including; biopharma, molecular diagnostics, robot assisted surgeries, implantable devices, and much more. We look forward to sharing more about how we help the world around us. Since its founding in 1981, EPTAM Precision Plastics, a Northfield, New Hampshire-based company, has been a leader in solving the most difficult challenges in plastic component manufacturing and CNC machining. EPTAM Plastics is the largest North American manufacturer of machined plastic products and assemblies. The professional team comprises over 285 engineers, production specialists, and dedicated quality control experts. The FDA-registered, ISO 13485 center also features comprehensive automated inspection. With 10+ probe and vision coordinate-measuring machines (CMM), EPTAM Plastics can support you with metal-to-plastic conversions, material design support, and design for manufacturability using FMEA practice. EPTAM Plastics is the leader in complex multi-axis plastic machining using 3-, 5-, and 7-axis machine centers, CNC turning, Swiss, milling, routing, sawing, and drilling. We believe that the key to our success is combining world-class machining with our world-class metrology. Partnering those components with our proven processes and exceptional team help us bring the best to our customers and the world. EPTAM Solutions our parent company. with locations nationwide is at the heart of manufacturing. We have manufacturing locations nationwide. We recognize our parts touch lives, and our teams assume this responsibility with vigor. Our minds never sleep.

Requirements

Cross-functional and cross-site team management
Risk management
Gantt chart and project management software expertise
Budget creation and cost control
Effective internal and external communication
Estimating and quoting techniques
Time management and prioritization
Decision-making facilitation and problem solving
4+ years Medical Device Experience (Project Management, Quality, R&D, Manufacturing or commercial) or similar regulated industry.
Engineering experience in research and development, design, process development, etc.
Skilled in project management software (Microsoft Projects or equivalent).
Experience presenting to the executive leadership team.
Experience in the medical, aerospace, or semiconductor manufacturing industries.
Proven business acumen; ability to think from an overall “best for the business” perspective.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.

Responsibilities

Leading projects and programs focused on the strategic growth of the company.
Define project scope, coordinate across teams, and manage risk, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful project delivery.
Project Scope Definition: Collaborate with stakeholders to clearly define the project’s scope and objectives. Ensure intimate knowledge of the roles within the project team to facilitate effective cross-functional collaboration.
Team Leadership & Collaboration: Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams. Ensure alignment across departments, including engineering, production, and quality.
Risk Management: Understand and apply the company’s risk management framework. Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies. Determine countermeasures for project issues as they arise.
Project Planning & Scheduling: Utilize Gantt charts and project management tools (Microsoft Projects or similar) to plan, track, and report project progress. Develop detailed project timelines and ensure adherence to milestones.
Budget Management: Create and maintain a detailed project budget. Hold the team accountable to budget constraints, track costs, revenue, contribution margin and implement controls to manage project expenses effectively.
Estimating & Quoting: Support the Commercial team in the process of project planning and financial accuracy.
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Effectively communicate both orally and in writing with internal teams and external customers.
Decision Facilitation & Problem Solving: Actively facilitate decision-making processes within the team and across departments. Address challenges proactively and drive solutions to keep projects on track.
Time Management & Prioritization: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that all deadlines are met. Prioritize tasks effectively to balance competing project demands to address resource constraints.
Systems Control & Documentation: Utilize Project Management tools in support of project execution