Senior Technical Program Manager – Manufacturing Process Transfer

Location: Henrico, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Schedule: Day Shift
Compensation: Starting at $90,000 annually, depending on experience

Position Summary

An established manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to lead process transfer and manufacturing support initiatives within a regulated production environment. This role is ideal for someone with experience in pharmaceutical, cosmetics, or personal care manufacturing who can manage projects from development through commercial production.

The selected candidate will coordinate cross-functional efforts related to batch manufacturing, process optimization, validation, and packaging operations. This position works closely with technical, operational, and quality teams to ensure successful scale-up and commercialization activities while maintaining compliance with current GMP standards.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, project leadership capabilities, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

### Core Responsibilities

Coordinate activities related to process scale-up, manufacturing transfer, and commercial launch support

Assist with bench-top formulation and laboratory batching activities

Support pilot-scale GMP production runs, including process evaluation and optimization efforts

Collaborate with internal departments to transfer products and processes into manufacturing

Contribute to process validation activities, including protocol execution, documentation, and reporting

Provide technical support to production and packaging teams during validation and routine manufacturing

Investigate process deviations and assist with corrective and preventive action (CAPA) initiatives

Identify and troubleshoot manufacturing and equipment-related process issues

Review production data and process trends to identify opportunities for operational improvement

Recommend and implement solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency and product consistency

Perform technical assessments and cost-analysis evaluations for process improvements

Support post-validation activities and ongoing compliance requirements

Ensure projects are completed according to quality, regulatory, and business expectations

Operate or support production and laboratory equipment such as mixers, pH meters, and related instruments

Manage multiple technical projects simultaneously while meeting established timelines

### Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or another related technical discipline
Equivalent hands-on manufacturing or research experience may also be considered

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting technical manufacturing projects from development through commercialization
Prior experience within pharmaceutical, cosmetic, skincare, personal care, or regulated manufacturing environments preferred

Required Skills

Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities
Experience working within GMP-regulated manufacturing environments
Excellent organizational and project coordination skills
Ability to manage shifting priorities and deadlines effectively
Strong written and verbal communication skills

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