Technical Project Manager, Global Operations (Reagent Assay/Hardware Development, NPI)

Danaher•Chaska, MN

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Project Manager, Global Operations for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is responsible for the continuous improvement, global standardization and embedding of our project and portfolio delivery framework with the Global Ops organization and building strong project management capabilities across the teams, while managing one or more of our project portfolios and projects. Proven leadership experience in the successful creation and management of a PMO is a must. At Global Ops PMO, our vision is to bring best in class project and portfolio management methodology and skills to support the achievement of our business goals. This position reports to the Director, Global Operations PMO and Strategy, responsible for the management of our Global project portfolio(s) & our Global Project Managers. This position is part of the Global Operations PMO & Strategy Team and is located in Chaska, Minnesota. It is an on-site role in Chaska, 5 days a week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering-related field with preference for 9+ years of experience with a manufacturing organization, or a master’s degree with preference for 7+ years, or a PhD with preference for 4+ years of the same experience.
5+ years of experience in leading medium to large-scale technology transfer/NPI projects and design change programs.
Proven ability to manage medium/large design changes and technology transfer projects in the Medical Device or Diagnostics regulatory environment, ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 and global standards.
Proficiency in problem-solving methods and best-practice manufacturing techniques, including lean six sigma tools.
Ability to execute large cross-functional projects/programs, meeting quality, scope, cost, and time targets.
Ability to travel globally Approximately 25% travel

Nice To Haves

Lean /Six Sigma experience, certified Kaizen leaders and demonstrated capability in problem solving.
Proficiency in Power BI/Smartsheet, MIRO, excel and PM software.

Responsibilities

Take accountability and control of the delivery of multi-disciplinary, Global Operations projects/programs that deliver critical and strategic business benefits.
Monitor, measure, and coach the execution of several projects to achieve program objectives.
Plan and design technology transfer/NPI projects/programs, identifying success criteria, setting controls, and ensuring appropriate program infrastructure, governance, and change management processes are in place while proactively monitoring and reporting on progress through an established governance framework.
Establish and utilize effective risk management and mitigation practices by properly identifying, assessing, tracking, and communicating risks.
Collaborate, challenge, and define innovative, compliant opportunities to increase the efficiencies and effectiveness of design change and supplier qualification processes, partnering constructively with Quality, Regulatory, and Operations stakeholders.