Technical Project Manager I

The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow.  Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment.

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Seeking a Technical Project Manager I to join our fantastic team at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess. In this role, you will manage technical projects from initial scoping to product launch / installation at customer sites.  Projects will include custom, standard, and design and development projects for chromatography, dilution, filtration, synthesis and other downstream process equipment. The Technical Project Manager I will own and be responsible for their projects’ success and outcomes.

If you enjoy taking a customer project through each cycle to the final build, are adaptable and want to work at an incredible company, please apply.

Hours – 8pm – 5pm or 7am to 4pm

M-F Onsite – Glenview, IL

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams through gated processes for design, development, manufacture, testing, and release.  
• Create project schedules and monitor budgets.  Track current milestone targets and completion dates.  Identify risks and build contingency as required.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders regarding project activities, expected deliverables, and required timelines:  e.g. Engineering, Design, Assembly, Automation, Quality, Sales, Accounting, Logistics, Management.
• Build and maintain a relationship with the Customer.  Engage them throughout the project with a high focus on customer service.  Manage Customer expectations and onsite Customer visits.
• Ensure adherence to Quality Assurance procedures.  Manage project changes and non-conformances using approved company procedures; communicate with the customer as required.
• Lead and facilitate meetings:  construct agendas, create PowerPoint presentations, document minutes/decisions/action items, facilitate/moderate meetings, and when necessary resolve conflicts.
• Manage project documentation:  document submittals, equipment punch lists, lessons learned, crating/shipping checklists. 
• Confirm material orders, track delivery status, and communicate with vendors as needed for clarification/issue resolution.
• Manage project scope and communicate clearly with the customer when new scope is requested and change order may be required.
• Contribute to project technical decision-making as necessary to supplement and support the project engineer.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Strong leadership and communication skills are a must. 
• The Technical Project Manager I should be optimistic, flexible, and collaborative. 
• Able to prioritize tasks in an environment with competing resources and projects. 
• Adept at communicating deadlines firmly while maintaining departmental and individual buy-in and engagement. 
• The Technical Project Manager I must endure adversity and thrive in problem-solving situations. 
• Must be committed to Quality and Safety and foster an environment of trust and respect.  

Minimum Requirements

• BS in engineering required
• 2+ years of Project Management experience required 
• Fluid Management or Bioprocess experience preferred 
• Quick learner with high energy and excellent time management
• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, ERP (Business Central) and experience with project management software, ClickUp preferred.
• Interest in PMP certification, certification in progress a plus
• Very detail-oriented and persistent
• Highly organized with strong delegation skills

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

Travel up to 15% to customer sites for project meetings, domestic and international.

The base compensation range for this role is $75,000-$85,000. Base Compensation is influenced by many factors including, but not limited to: time in the role, previous experience, skills, knowledge, performance, work requirements, internal equity, and business / economic conditions.

Please note, we will not be providing immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future for this role.

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As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment.