Manufacturing Program Manager

job summary:
A premier global biopharmaceutical leader is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Program Manager for an 18-24 month hybrid contract in Worcester, MA. In this high-impact role, you will spearhead complex, multi-site global programs spanning drug product fill/finish, medical device manufacturing, and combination product assembly, packaging, and commercial launch.

location: Worcester, Massachusetts
job type: Contract
salary: $90.00 - 106.21 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• Define program scope, execution strategies, governance, work breakdown structures, and integrated MS Project timelines across international sites.
• Lead cross-functional tech transfers of new and modified drug-device combination products from development into commercial operations.
• Manage program financial tracking, monitor actual spend, and resolve budget variances.
• Establish proactive risk management plans and mitigation strategies to protect critical path milestones.
• Facilitate global stakeholder alignment across Engineering, Manufacturing, Science & Technology, Quality, and Regulatory.

 
qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of professional experience in pharma, biotech, or medical device manufacturing, engineering, or technical operations.
• 5+ years of global program/project management experience.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a drug product fill/finish, device manufacturing, or combination product packaging facility.
• Proven track record in product industrialization, qualification, and tech transfer from development to commercial operations.
• Advanced expertise in MS Project, Gantt timelines, RACI matrices, and risk registers.

Preferred:

• PMP certification or advanced degree.
• Experience with design controls, product labeling, and global regulatory submission filings.

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skills: Project Management, MS-EXCEL, MS-Project, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)


Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on randstadusa.com.


Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).


This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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