Req ID: 373645
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We are currently seeking a Senior Manufacturing Application Project Manager to join our team in Juncos, Puerto Rico (PR-PR), Puerto Rico (PR).
Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Application Project Manager (Medical Devices / Life Sciences)
Location: Juncos, Puerto Rico
Language Requirement: Bilingual (English & Spanish)
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) within the Life Sciences / Medical Devices domain. The ideal candidate will lead complex, cross-functional projects involving software validation, shop floor integration, and regulatory compliance, ensuring successful delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution
Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with senior leadership and stakeholders
Develop and manage detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation
Drive execution of MES-related initiatives using Agile or hybrid SDLC methodologies
Budget & Resource Management
Forecast project requirements and manage budgets effectively
Track expenses, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions
Optimize resource utilization across cross-functional teams
Team Leadership
Lead and mentor diverse teams comprising software engineers, automation experts, and QA professionals
Delegate tasks effectively, ensuring accountability and high performance
Foster collaboration across IT, manufacturing, and quality functions
Risk & Compliance Management
Identify and mitigate potential risks, issues, and bottlenecks proactively
Ensure adherence to FDA 21 CFR Part 11 , GAMP , and ISO 13485 standards
Enforce cybersecurity, data integrity, and audit trail requirements
Stakeholder Communication
Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders
Provide regular status updates, performance metrics, and executive reports
Facilitate alignment between business, IT, and manufacturing teams
Quality Assurance & Validation
Oversee Computer System Validation (CSV) activities, ensuring all configurations are documented and validated
Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards and regulatory compliance
Conduct post-project reviews and identify improvement opportunities
Manufacturing & Shop Floor Integration
Manage .NET-based architecture integrating shop floor systems (PLCs, SCADA) with enterprise systems (ERP)
Enable tracking of production metrics, genealogy, and electronic batch records
Support transition to Electronic Device History Records (eDHR) systems
Required Qualifications
Technical Expertise
7+ years of strong hands-on experience with:
C#, ASP.NET, .NET Core
SQL Server
WPF or Blazor for dashboards / HMI development
Domain Experience
5+ years of proven experience managing MES implementations in Life Sciences or Medical Devices (Class II/III) environments
5+ years of hands-on involvement in shop floor automation and integration
Certifications
PMP (Project Management Professional) or Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS)
Regulatory Knowledge
Expertise in:
FDA 21 CFR Part 11
GAMP (Good Automated Manufacturing Practice)
ISO 13485
FDA Design Controls
Validation & Compliance
Mandatory experience in Computer System Validation (CSV)
Experience with eDHR (Electronic Device History Records) implementation
Ability to work in highly regulated environments with strict documentation practices
Preferred Skills
Experience with Agile / hybrid delivery models
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to operate in fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environments
Familiarity with cybersecurity practices in medical manufacturing
Additional Requirements
Bilingual communication skills (English & Spanish)
Ability to work onsite or coordinate with plant operations in Juncos, PR
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
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