R&D Associate Project Manager in Schaumburg, Illinois at BISCO, Inc.

This position will have the option to work a hybrid schedule, with two days from home after three months of employment, with the remainder working in our office out of Schaumburg, IL.

We are seeking an Associate Project Manager that is ready to leverage their project management and medical device (or similar) experience in a dynamic and collaborative workplace environment.

The Associate Project Manager will serve both as the lead project manager and assist with multiple projects in R&D, including both Product Development and Design Change projects, to ensure their compliance to design processes within defined timeframes and resource allocation. This position will be accountable for the initiation, planning, and execution of the projects both as an individual contributor and coordinator with cross-functional team members and external contacts.

Salary range: $71K to $84K commensurate with experience
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, HRA and FSA, short and long-term disability, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) profit-sharing with match, potential year-end bonuses.

This person is ideally:

• Respectful, positive, and a team player
• Adaptable, approachable, and always smiling
• Willing to learn and a quick learner
• Goal-driven, organized and detail-oriented

RESPONSIBILITIES

The job responsibilities of this Associate Project Manager may include, but are not limited to:

• Project Management / Development
  • Lead and assist in R&D projects, with emphasis on effective communication, schedule maintenance, and task accountability.
  • Track and manage activities of Product Development projects to ensure that tasks are completed on time, within scope, and within quality requirements.
  • Coordinate and document meetings.
  • Provide routine project status updates and presentations.
  • Contribute to design plans and other project documentation.
  • Create and maintain appropriate working relationships within a cross-functional team.
  • Communicate with external clients and collaborators involving projects and activities.
• Project Management / Change Control
  • Coordinate and lead design change projects involving R&D, Production, and Regulatory teams.
• Technical Support
  • Provide assistance in materials and product testing.
  • Assist in other R&D projects to coordinate department’s contributions and support.
• General Lab Assistance

QUALIFICATIONS
Required

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering.
• 2+ years’ work experience, preferably in medical device or similar industry.
• Experience in medical device project management and R&D processes.
• Experience working in a cross-functional team environment.
• General computer skills (Windows) and proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of design control and risk management processes within the medical device industry.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. and do not now, and will not in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status to work for our company.

WHY BISCO, INC.?
Bisco, Inc. stands out because of our culture and core values:

• • Respectful – Professional. Humble. Considerate.
  • Positive – Friendly. Inclusive. Curious.
  • Team Player – Helpful. Cooperative. Flexible.
• Agility of a small company but the stability of a big company
• Industry-leading dental restorative products
• Broad exposure to activities across the company
• Family-oriented environment with positive team players
• Approachable, respectful, and down-to-earth people
• Long-tenured employees to whom the leadership is committed
• Employees feel valued and are proud to be a part of the company
• Monthly whole-company fun events!

Since 1981, BISCO has provided innovative dental restorative products to dental customers around the world. Our primary focus is adhesive and composite technology. Located northwest of Chicago in Schaumburg, our ISO 13485 certified facility includes on-site manufacturing and research. Our privately-owned organization provides the opportunity for a close-knit environment that encourages inter-departmental collaboration. For more about us, please visit our website at www.bisco.com.

This is an excellent opportunity to make an impact and to grow professionally, while contributing to the company’s success!

EOE
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