MES Program Manager - Manufacturing & Tech Transfer

AbbVie; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie in Irvine, CA seeks a seasoned Program Manager, MES to lead cross-functional teams across R&D, S&T, Quality, Supply Chain and Regulatory for manufacturing, tech transfer and commercialization of drug delivery devices. You will drive capacity planning and cost-reduction initiatives post-launch.

The role requires 10+ years in process development and project management, strong GMP knowledge, and proven ability to manage multiple projects with executives. PMP is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, science, or closely related discipline, or equivalent technical experience.
• 10+ years of combined experience in process development, project management, engineering/process support and manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of GMP Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Validation, Engineering, CMC technical development and pharmaceutical regulations.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven project management skills with successful delivery of projects.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and lead matrixed cross-functional teams comprising scientists and engineers for operations across sites.
• Manage site transfers, new indications, new presentations and lifecycle projects on time and within budget.
• Identify and drive issues to closure with functional lines and effective troubleshooting.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

GMP knowledge

Plant experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or closely related discipline

Tools

PMP certification

Quality systems knowledge

Job description

AbbVie in Irvine, CA seeks a seasoned Program Manager, MES to lead cross-functional teams across R&D, S&T, Quality, Supply Chain and Regulatory for manufacturing, tech transfer and commercialization of drug delivery devices. You will drive capacity planning and cost-reduction initiatives post-launch.

The role requires 10+ years in process development and project management, strong GMP knowledge, and proven ability to manage multiple projects with executives. PMP is a plus.