Manufacturing Project Leader – Life Sciences, Bioreactors, NPI, Mfg. Transfer

Danaher Corporation

. Manage projects to introduce new products into Cytiva operational business units .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeWestborough • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $92,500 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Project Management and New Product Introduction within regulated environments, ensuring compliance and process standardization while driving improvements in product quality and productivity. Proficient in risk management and validation processes, with a strong background in manufacturing technologies and lean methodologies.

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Project ManagementNew Product IntroductionRegulatory ComplianceLean ManufacturingRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningProduct Life Cycle ManagementValidation and VerificationRoot Cause AnalysisSix SigmaStatistical ToolsEquipment Automation TheoryDesign for ManufacturingInnovation DevelopmentTesting and Qualification

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering

Industry Keywords

Medical Device IndustryManufacturingSingle Use TechnologiesConsumablesHardware Products

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage projects to introduce new products into Cytiva operational business units
Oversee global projects for multi-site standardization, process improvements, transfers of work and feature product additions
Ensure successful new product development launches and process standardization into manufacturing
Drive rigor on supply chain aspects including Product Life Cycle Management
Manage risks and mitigation planning through creative solutions
Represent manufacturing on global cross-functional business project teams and process development teams
Ensure regulatory compliance through validation and verification
Determine processes requiring validation, develop plans and analysis criteria, and execute final analysis and acceptance
Work with business area leaders and manufacturing engineers to improve product quality and productivity
Identify manufacturing issues, develop cost-effective solutions, and oversee implementation into production

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related technical field
Prefer minimum of 8 years of experience in production or engineering, regulated / medical device or related industry experience
Prefer minimum of 5 years of experience with Project Planning and Project Management and managing multiple projects to successful completion
Prefer minimum of 5 years of experience of Innovation, Development, Testing and Qualification as relates to New Product Introduction
Ability to travel – 15% travel globally
Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Ability to lift, move or carry equipment up to 35lb
Equipment automation theory and design experience is a plus
Manufacturing of single use technologies for consumables and hardware products (Mixers and Bioreactor) experience is a plus
Lean manufacturing, design for manufacturing, 5S, 3P, root cause analysis, six sigma and statistical tools & analysis experience is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus/incentive pay
Paid time off
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)