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Senior Technical Program Manager – Manufacturing Process Transfer

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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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