Asynchronous Project Manager Jobs in Northbrook, IL

With sales of 500m and 2,800 employees worldwide, Nemera is one of the leading global manufacturers of complex drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical industry, offering to patients a broad product portfolio which includes inhalation devices, injection devices, nasal and dermal pumps and ophthalmic delivery devices. Nemera has built very long lasting, strong relationships with the leading global pharmaceutical companies globally by providing high quality development, industrialization and manufacturing services. Nemera develops and manufactures its own IP product platforms but also offers also fully custom developments and contract manufacturing.

Nemera's manufacturing sites are located in the US, France, Germany, Brazil and Poland. The headquarters and Innovation Center for early device design and development are located in France (Lyon).

We have big ambitions at Nemera! We are growing our franchises and strengthening our capabilities.

Position Purpose: Using Engineering skills and practices, the Automation Engineer is responsible for developing automation concepts, providing accurate quotes, managing automation projects and implementing projects into manufacturing.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe working conditions 
• Conceptualize automation requirements for programs in injection molding, assembly and packaging. 
• Apply NPI process procedures and guidelines in managing of procurement, design, build, acceptance, installation, and validation of automated systems used in molding, assembly, testing and packaging of medical and pharmaceutical devices. 
• Implement low and high-volume Assembly Automation Systems, built on a wide variety of platforms such as Synchronous, Asynchronous, and Continuous Motion. 
• Interface with Sales, Customers, Equipment Suppliers, Manufacturing and Program Management. 
• Assist in preparation of validation documentation.  Perform all the necessary validation activities during DQ, FAT, IQ, OQ, SAT and PQ phases. 
• Establish, manage, and maintain automation project budgets and timelines. 
• Maintain effective communications internally and externally. 
• Participate in DFMA's, FMEA's, and DOE's. 
• Participate to Lean and continuous improvement projects 
• Prepare all the necessary SOP's required in production to operate and maintain newly installed equipment. 
• Provide training to Manufacturing on proper operation and maintenance of newly installed equipment.   
• Provide an ongoing support to production personnel during ramp-up phase.  
• Work under the direction of Lead Automation Engineer.  
• Comply with all company policies 
• Other duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Automation, or related Engineering
• Experience in managing automation projects or automation equipment design and build preferred
• Knowledge of machine design and CAD software
• Knowledge of modern machine controls

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Experience with technologies such as Ultrasonic welding, leak testing, and machine vision
• Experience with pneumatics, cam operated systems, servo motors, and robotics
• Experience in assembly, testing and packaging of medical and pharmaceutical devices

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Works in an office and clean manufacturing environment that may include moderate noise levels and required appropriate PPE and cleanroom apparel.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company.

Why Join Nemera?

At Nemera, we prioritize patients when creating drug delivery devices, understanding that accurate dosing and ergonomics are crucial for treatment adherence. Joining Nemera means becoming part of a team that enjoys working together and consistently delivers on its commitments. We take pride in our work because it improves patients' lives.

We look forward to receiving your application (resume submitted in English is appreciated). We offer varied jobs job in an international group, if you want to discover more about Nemera, please look at our website www.nemera.netKnow someone at Nemera? We have a Referral Program so, be sure to have them submit you as a referral prior to applying for this position

POSITION RANGE: $90,000 - $120,000 USD Salaried (This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.)

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Nemera is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class indication. This company is required by federal law to hire only persons who can establish they are eligible to work in the United States.