Senior Project Manager – Digital Manufacturing

Senior Project Manager – Digital Manufacturing
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Senior Project Manager – Digital Manufacturing
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Aerogen
Headquartered in Galway, Ireland, Aerogen is a global leader in acute care aerosol drug delivery.
We are recognised with MedTech awards and have reached 20 million patients in over 80 countries.
Our culture centers on caring for people and driving career growth through tangible investment in development.
We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential as we continue to
#discoverbetter.
What is the role?
The digital manufacturing project manager role is a crucial part of Aerogen's digital transformation.
As the digital manufacturing expert, you will work with production, quality and engineering teams to digitise in-house manufacturing processes.
You will be supported by the broader digital transformation team and will lead the scaling of manufacturing processes using latest digital technologies.
What are the key responsibilities?
In collaboration with the Digital Transformation site team and Manufacturing stakeholders (Quality, Engineering, Production) lead the creation and update of the Digital Manufacturing strategy as part of the overarching business strategy.
Plan digital manufacturing system strategy & roadmap to incorporate Factory 4.0 principles and best-in-class practices.
Act as gatekeeper across Manufacturing functions to develop an inventory of digital opportunities and support prioritisation through governance.
Provide project management oversight to lead or support cross-functional teams in deploying Manufacturing Digital solutions; coordinate integration between plant floor systems and upstream/downstream systems.
Standardise the stage-gate approach for deployment of Digital solutions from concept through Production handover and startup.
Drive digital methodologies and data analytics initiatives for trend monitoring and RCA-based CAPA enhancements.
Collaborate with Manufacturing to support process improvements that lead to efficiencies in yield, cycle time, cost avoidance, and cost reduction, while preserving product quality.
Develop and promote adoption of a digital toolbox for Manufacturing functions.
Participate in Smart Factory, Connected Plant and Factory of the Future networks and governance meetings.
Participate in NPI projects to ensure digital-by-design in process design.
Ensure health and safety regulations are adhered to.
Perform other assigned tasks as directed by supervisor or head of function.
What education and experience are required?
Level 8 honours qualification in Engineering, Science, Computer Science or a quantitative field.
Minimum 8 years experience in a manufacturing environment with at least 2 years in Medical Device / Pharma.
Hands-on experience with Digital Manufacturing solutions (e.g., MES, OEE, SPC, ERP).
Experience deploying digital solutions in high-volume manufacturing.
Proven track record applying Agile/SCRUM methodologies as a project manager.
Key skills
Excellent planning, project management and communication skills.
Technical leadership and project management experience.
Strong analytical ability with experience in process and production monitoring and metrics.
Experience in large-scale, multi-solution deployment programs.
Understanding of IT infrastructure and system integration.
Ability to present ideas clearly to all levels of the company.
Risk management mindset aligned with objectives.
Self-motivated, proactive, and proficient in Microsoft Office.
Environment
Typical office environment with some work in manufacturing areas and other locations as required.
What is it like to work at Aerogen?
We offer development opportunities and professional growth, employee programs to connect global teams, and charitable initiatives.
Visit our careers site for more information about life at Aerogen.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management and Engineering
Industries: Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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