Project Manager I
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San Diego, CA - USA
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Job Summary
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Project Manager I
Full Time
San Diego CA US
Salary Range: $100000 To $115000.00 Annually
Location: This is an onsite position based at the Companys San Diego Facility
At Lighteum we pride ourselves on being more than just a place of work. We are a vibrant innovative team committed to making a difference in the world of medical device components by enhancing the lives of patients worldwide by delivering innovative high-quality medical components to the MedTech industry.
Be a part of a team dedicated to playing a role in creating solutions that make a real impact. Your work will contribute to improving lives.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our associates well-being. Our health and wellness benefits feature comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance. To promote financial security we also provide a 401(k) plan with generous company contribution and match flexible spending accounts and life and disability insurance. Our paid time off policy is generous including PTO sick leave and paid holidays.
JOB PURPOSE
The Project Manager I will organize manage plan and execute strategic projects that support companys long-term growth objectives. This position works closely with interdepartmental teams to deliver small to medium-sized projects on time within budget to specifications and with accuracy and efficiency. May support bigger strategic projects led by the PMO Director and/or Project Manager II.
- Define project tasks and responsibilities and ensure activities progress and are completed on time.
- Own and manage a portfolio of small to medium sized programs for the business.
- Establish project prioritization frameworks to ensure resource are aligned with the highest-value opportunities.
- Develop project governance metrics and reporting mechanisms for assigned programs/projects.
- Ensure programs are delivered on schedule within budget and in alignment with business goals.
- Monitor programs or initiative performance and proactively address risks constrains and resource requirements.
- Implements and manages project budget within defined limits. Conducts risk assessments reports identified risks and recommends mitigation for risks to management. provides recommendations for risk mitigation.
- Coordinate project teams and manages ongoing communication with appropriate stakeholders.
- Ensures all projects requirements are considered and met including but not limited to safety cost lead time scheduling documentation data collection equipment sourcing and delivery validations/qualifications facilities site layouts production impacts and training.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans using appropriate project management tools. (e.g. Gantt Charts/Microsoft Project/other relevant industry tools).
- Communicate directly with customers where required.
- Work closely with functional leaders to understand business constraints and needs.
- Provide visibility to senior leadership through executive dashboards program reviews and portfolio reporting.
- Ensure adherence to ISO standards and Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
- Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) practices.
- Occasional travel (up to 20%) to regional Lighteum sites including Oceanside and Mexicali.
The Project Manager I effectively plans and manages small to medium projects through industry standard project management tools to successfully deliver projects and meet desired metrics in support of overall business goals. Reporting to the PMO Director the incumbent collaborates closely with Sales Quality Engineering external customers and vendors to oversee strategic initiatives.
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. The physical requirements and work environment described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
QUALIFICATIONS/ KNOWLEDGE/ EXPERIENCE | |
Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering industrial engineering or related discipline. | Essential |
13 years of project management experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a PMP certification; | Essential |
Experience in the medical device industry. | Preferred |
Proficient in operational excellence methodologies and business systems including Lean Manufacturing Project Management frameworks MRP and ERP platforms. | Essential |
Experience developing business cases project planning capital expenditure plans and ROI analyses. | Essential |
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt | Preferred |
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word Excel Project and PowerPoint. | Essential |
Demonstrated ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and collaborate effectively across the organization. | Essential |
Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn about the project or product being developed. | Essential |
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt effectively to changing business needs in a dynamic environment. | Essential |
Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project objectives. | Essential |
PERSONAL SKILLS AND KEY COMPETENCIES | |
Building Collaborative Relationships: Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between ones areas teams departments units or organisations including customers to help achieve business goals. | |
Initiating Action: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive. | |
Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers and own organizations needs. This includes internal and external customers. | |
Planning & Organizing: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently. | |
Continuous Improvement:Originating action to improve existing conditions and processes; identifying improvement opportunities generating ideas and implementing solutions. |
Lighteum Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates regardless of sex race disability age sexual orientation marital status religion belief or any status protected by federal state or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the interview process please contact
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