Manufacturing Projects Sr Specialist

Philip Morris International; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 97,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Philip Morris International is seeking a Manufacturing Project Lead in the United States to plan, initiate and manage key manufacturing projects, focusing on quality, productivity and cost control.

You will report to the Manager Manufacturing Projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive risk mitigation, monitor performance, coach the team and build capabilities to meet long-term manufacturing objectives.

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, etc.).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience.
• Manufacturing background with Leadership Role (LL/BU).
• Expertise in RTT.
• Expertise of IM Pillar and VSU tools.
• Practical Expertise of Key Open+ pillar (AM, PM, FI).
• Project management knowledge.
• Experience in FDA-regulated environment is a plus.
• Fluent in English.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Manager Manufacturing Projects, ensuring alignment with production goals and strategies.
• Collaborating with the Manager of Manufacturing Projects and team members to integrate project requirements into manufacturing processes.
• Identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies for project success.
• Maintaining clear communication with stakeholders, including senior management, clients and team members.
• Monitoring project performance using appropriate tools and reporting progress, challenges and solutions.
• Fostering a collaborative, high-performance work environment with other project leads and team members.
• Coaching the production project team to enhance project management capabilities.
• Ensuring capability plans support long-term manufacturing objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Manufacturing experience

Team collaboration

Risk management

Communication skills

English fluency

FDA environment experience

Education

University degree in Engineering

Tools

RTT

IM Pillar

VSU tools

Open+ pillar AM/PM/FI

Job description

Be a part of a revolutionary change!

At Philip Morris International (PMI), we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose – to deliver a smoke-free future.

As a Manufacturing Project Lead you are responsible for planning, initiating and managing key projects in the manufacturing facility. You will have a key responsibility for quality and productivity and make an important contribution to overall cost control and profitability.

Your ‘day To Day’

• Reporting: Report to the Manager Manufacturing Projects, under the Production Manager, ensuring alignment with production goals and strategies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Manager of Manufacturing Projects and other team members to integrate project requirements and technical specifications into manufacturing processes.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with all stakeholders, including senior management, clients, and team members.
• Performance Monitoring: Track project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, and report on progress, challenges, and solutions.
• Team Collaboration: Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment, working closely with other project leads and team members.
• Coaching: Act as a coach to the production project team, enhancing their skills and knowledge in project management practices.
• Capability Building: Ensure proper capability plans are in place to support project goals and long-term manufacturing objectives.

Who We’re Looking For

• University degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, etc.).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience
• Manufacturing background with Leadership Role (LL/BU)
• Expertise in RTT
• Expertise of IM Pillar and VSU tools
• Practical Expertise of Key Open+ pillar (AM, PM, FI)
• Project management Knowledge
• Experience in FDA regulated environment is plus.
• Fluent in English
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. (Required)

Annual Base Salary: $96,800-121,000

What We Offer

Philip Morris International Inc.'s U.S. businesses are invested in America's future and advancing a smoke-free nation. The businesses are committed to providing the approximately 25 million legal-age consumers who smoke cigarettes with better, smoke-free alternatives and to ensuring the products are marketed responsibly. From PMI's global headquarters in Stamford, CT, and other locations nationwide, PMI U.S. contributes leadership, jobs, investment, and innovation in the U.S. The U.S. businesses employ more than 3,000 people across America and operate product manufacturing facilities. For more information, please visit www.uspmi.com.

Philip Morris International (PMI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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