Project Manager - New Product Introduction

EPTAM Precision Metals is looking for a Project Manager - New Product Introduction to join our team in Colorado Springs, CO. Join us as we manufacture medical implants and internal fixation devices that bring positive outcomes for our customers and life impacting experiences for their patients.

EPTAM Precision Metals, nestled in Colorado Springs Colorado, operates from a high-tech, 70,000-square-foot facility, specializing in medical implants and instrumentation. Our facility, accredited with FDA-registration and ISO 13485 certification, features essential resources including a Class 7 clean room, automated inspection, a validated supply chain, and a dedicated R&D cell.

At EPTAM , precision is paramount. We provide 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling, gun drilling, water jet cutting, Swiss and Super-Swiss machining, and EDM machining. With our extraordinary team and processes, we deliver unparalleled services to our employees, customers, and the end-users of our medical devices.

EPTAM Solutions, our parent company with locations nationwide, is at the Heart of Manufacturing. We recognize our parts touch lives, and our teams assume this responsibility with vigor. Our minds never sleep.

Benefits Include:

• Professional Development/On the Job Training
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Clean, Friendly, Safe work Environment
• Recognition and Rewards Program
• Tuition Re-imbursement
• Competitive Pay/Merit Increases
• 401k w/ Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

POSITION SUMMARY: EPTAM is seeking an experienced and highly organized Project Manager who is responsible for managing the process for achieving successful cross-functional projects within our Medical Device Contract Manufacturing Company. The Project Manager will lead projects focused on the strategic growth of the company. The successful candidate will define project scope, coordinate across teams, and manage risk, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful project delivery. They will execute the Eptam Corporate NPI process. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of estimating and quoting techniques, and the ability to lead teams while maintaining tight cost controls.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Project Scope Definition: Collaborate with stakeholders to clearly define the project’s scope and objectives. Ensure intimate knowledge of the roles within the project team to facilitate effective cross-functional collaboration.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams. Ensure alignment across departments, including engineering, production, and quality.
• Risk Management: Understand and apply the company’s risk management framework. Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies. Determine countermeasures for project issues as they arise.
• Project Planning & Scheduling: Utilize Gantt charts and project management tools (Microsoft Projects or similar) to plan, track, and report project progress. Develop detailed project timelines and ensure adherence to milestones.
• Budget Management: Create and maintain a detailed project budget. Hold the team accountable to budget constraints, track costs, revenue, contribution margin and implement controls to manage project expenses effectively.
• Estimating & Quoting: Support the Commercial team in the process of project planning and financial accuracy.
• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Effectively communicate both orally and in writing with internal teams and external customers.
• Decision Facilitation & Problem Solving: Actively facilitate decision-making processes within the team and across departments. Address challenges proactively and drive solutions to keep projects on track.
• Time Management & Prioritization: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that all deadlines are met. Prioritize tasks effectively to balance competing project demands to address resource constraints.
• Systems Control & Documentation: Utilize Project Management tools in support of project execution

SKILLS

• Cross-functional and cross-site team management
• Risk management
• Gantt chart and project management software expertise
• Budget creation and cost control
• Effective internal and external communication
• Estimating and quoting techniques
• Time management and prioritization
• Decision-making facilitation and problem solving

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, & CERTIFICATIONS,

EXPERIENCE:

• 4 years Medical Device Experience (Project Management, Quality, R&D, Manufacturing or commercial) or similar regulated industry.
• Engineering experience in research and development, design, process development, etc.
• Skilled in project management software (Microsoft Projects or equivalent).
• Experience presenting to the executive leadership team.
• Experience in the medical, aerospace, or semiconductor manufacturing industries.
• Proven business acumen; ability to think from an overall “best for the business” perspective.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.

CERTIFICATIONS:

• PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.

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