R&D Program Manager Position Available In Capitol Planning Region, Connecticut

Job Description:

Position Summary The Program Manager for Infusion ConsumablesR D department for the Vascular Access, Sharps safety and PainManagement business units. The Program Manager is responsible forleading projects, with the support of an established Core Team andProgram Managers, through the medical device product life cycle ofdevelopment, qualification, manufacturing, and commercial releaseprocess. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Provide Program andTechnical leadership for device development. Develop, maintain, anddocument development plans through product development cycle. Driveaccountability in the position and within the cross functionalteam. Identify resources needs, costs, program schedule, keymilestones, scope, and report the progress to the established plan.

Lead teams to process improvements to enable effective decisionsand outcomes. Comply with design control process and meet QualityManagement System requirements.

Manage program budget:

functionalexpenses, capital requests, and forecasts. Prepare and reportprogram technical performance to different levels of organizationincluding senior leadership. Communicate with external partners tomeet program goals. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree inin Engineering, Biological Sciences, Business or related fieldsfrom an accredited college or university is required 10 years ofexperience in product development leading multi-site globalprograms Experience in the medical device or other regulatedindustry with equivalent design controls High volume injectionmolding experience is preferred. PMP Certification Agile CertifiedPractitioner (ACP) a Plus Knowledge, Skills & QualificationsDemonstrated experience in leading and managing cross-functionalmulti-site teams to achieve program objectives in a matrixorganization. Ability to lead direct and indirect team members andenabling them to grow.

Experience in functional areas:

High VolumeMedical device consumables Development, Quality, Medical,Commercial, Manufacturing Operations, Procurement, and Regulatoryis preferred. Ability to evaluate and escalate changes thatsignificantly impact the scope, timeline, or business goals or theprogram. Familiar with FDA and MDR regulatory submissions andactivities that lead to successful outcomes. Show history ofinfluencing technical teams, driving efficient decision making, andleading team through complex problem solving. Use of metrics asindicators of potential roadblocks, risks, and issues which couldblock successful achievement of the program goals. Self-directedwith good interpersonal and communication skills to break downcomplex issues and process into clear actions. Advanced knowledgeand hands-on experience with MS Office and MS Project. NescoResource and affiliates (Lehigh G.I.T Inc, and Callos Resource,LLC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and does notdiscriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, orveteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics withrespect to employment opportunities.