OBJECTIVE: The Senior Project Manager is responsible for managing high impact projects including, but not limited to, New Product Introductions, technology transfers, capital projects, and process improvement projects.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Establish and maintain understanding of Silgan Unicep’s products and services and how they are applied in each market segment we serve.
- Serve as primary point of contact for all internal and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Manage New Product Introductions (NPIs) and technology transfers using industry best practices including, MS Project, action trackers, clear project scope alignment, etc.
- Lead cross-functional teams of subject matter experts to execute high impact projects on-time and within budget.
- Advise management of program status on a regular basis.
- Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, OSHA, and all other regulatory requirements, in accordance with company policy.
- Travel to Silgan Unicep manufacturing facilities and to customer sites as necessary to support projects.
- Adhere to company safety requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering or business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (advanced degree or PMP certification preferred).
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in project management preferably in a pharmaceutical CMO/CDMO setting.
- Experience in an FDA regulated manufacturing preferred.
- Knowledge of GMP regulations.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Proven proficiency in managing timelines.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical publications and reports.
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate in both oral and written formats.
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Project.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Regularly required to talk and hear.
- Frequently required to walk.
- Frequently required to sit.
- Occasionally required to stand.
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds (12 kg).
- Vision includes close vision, color vision and distance vision.
- Ability to travel by air or car to meet with customers.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable those individuals who are disabled as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act to perform the essential functions of this job.
$115K - $150K /year
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.
Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.
Silgan is a drug-free workplace.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or business, or equivalent education and experience
- Minimum 7 years of project management experience
- Experience in a pharmaceutical CMO/CDMO setting
- Experience in FDA-regulated manufacturing
- Knowledge of GMP regulations
- Strong organizational and leadership skills to manage multiple complex projects
- Proven proficiency in managing project timelines
- Ability to analyze scientific and technical publications and reports
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to interpret technical, mathematical, and diagram-based instructions
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Advanced degree
- PMP certification
Silgan Dispensing Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Silgan Dispensing and has not been reviewed or approved by Silgan Dispensing.
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Healthcare Strength — Health insurance and core medical coverage are frequently highlighted as solid, with some noting improvements after the transition to Silgan. Feedback suggests plan availability is consistent across roles, with certain locations citing additional medical and pharmacy support.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company match is commonly referenced, indicating structured retirement support. Feedback suggests the match can be competitive in some sites, contributing to perceived benefit value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays and PTO are part of the standard package and are cited across postings and Q&A. While specifics vary by site, employees commonly acknowledge reliable access to time off.
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What We Do
Silgan Dispensing creates dispensing solutions for some of the world’s most iconic brands—from triggers and pumps to sprayers and closures. But more than that, we create better experiences. Creating better experiences means uncovering consumer preferences and developing meticulously engineered solutions around them that make dispensing cleaner, more comfortable and more efficient. It means understanding our customer’s business challenges and tailoring our products to meet their needs in the store, at the factory and on the bottom line. It means getting their products to market swiftly and securely—no matter where in the world that market exists. And finally, it means being a good steward through strong sustainability practices and active community involvement. When you partner with Silgan Dispensing, you partner with a team of approximately 10,000 associates across the globe—each one committed to delivering better experiences that move your brand and your business forward.
