Program Manager

Program ManagerCompany: Omega Plastics IncPrimary Location: 24401 Capital Blvd, Clinton Township, MI 48036 USAEmployment Type: Salaried | Full-TimeFunction: Manufacturing Production DistributionEqual Opportunity Employer MinoritiesWomenVeteransDisabled Main Duties & ResponsibilitiesPosition Summary:This position providesoverall Program Management responsibility for assigned major projectscontributing to top-line business growth. This includes leading initiativesinvolving a Contract Design Manufacturer (CDM) for medical devices and tooling,ensuring seamless collaboration and execution of design, development, andmanufacturing processes. Additional responsibilities include managing productchanges, cost savings, and capacity expansion initiatives. The role requiresstrong leadership in working with cross-functional teams to navigate roadblocksand ensure project success. A demonstrated ability to influence acrossfunctional areas and coordinate both external and internal resources is essential,along with a proven track record of successfully leading and delivering large,complex projects. The successful candidate will exemplify best-in-class programmanagement practices.Essential Duties &Responsibilities: Apply fundamental, sound program management techniques and workflow processes when executing assigned projects, particularly those involving a CDM for medical devices and tooling.Develop and maintain project plans using MS Project and WBS structures, clearly outlining objectives, timelines, and risks, while adapting to evolving project requirements.Oversee communication planning, project risk assessment, and change management strategies, ensuring alignment with both internal stakeholders and external manufacturing partners.Facilitate effective team and client meetings, fostering strong relationships with CDM partners to drive project milestones and quality outcomes.Resolve andor escalate issues in a timely fashion, particularly those impacting design transfer, regulatory compliance, and production municate effectively with project teams to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions.Ensure compliance with FDA regulations and ISO 13485 standards for medical device manufacturing, maintaining proper documentation of project activities.Aid in the development and implementation of Program Management guidelines and processes, incorporating best practices for working with external manufacturers.Support training events on execution processes to improve internal capabilities in managing CDM relationships.Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for program management, particularly in the integration of contract manufacturing partners into development pipelines.Periodic travel may be required to visit CDM facilities, suppliers, and stakeholders.To view our benefits, please visit: QualificationsBachelor's degree in business, engineering, medical technology, or a related discipline.Minimum 5+ years' experience as a project manager delivering medium to large, complex technical projects, preferably in medical devices, contract manufacturing, or regulated industries.Experience managing CDM relationships with a focus on product development, tooling, and commercialization.Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and foster collaboration across teams.Proven track record of successfully executing complex projects on time and within budget, with a focus on medical devices and precision tooling.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, MS Project, and project visualization tools, with the ability to generate graphs, presentations, and reports.

Created: 2025-03-03