Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company as the candidate will be an employee of Tailored Management working on a Genentech contract.
Job overview
The Project Manager (Contractor) role involves planning and executing internal projects at Genentech's Hillsboro Technical Operations, focusing on optimizing processes and delivering new capabilities in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Responsibilities and impact
The Project Manager will organize cross-functional activities, manage project scope, budget, and schedule, support portfolio priorities, collaborate with various teams, lead strategic activities, and ensure project delivery aligned with site goals.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a pay rate of $55/hour depending on experience, is a 6-month contract with possible extensions, and includes onsite day shift work; no additional benefits are specified.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related fields, 5+ years in biotech/pharmaceutical project management with GMP experience, and preferred qualifications include advanced degrees, PMI certification, and experience in FDA regulated environments.
Work environment and culture
The role is based onsite in a fast-paced industrial setting at Genentech's Hillsboro site, emphasizing teamwork, communication, agility, and resilience.
Company information
Genentech is a leading pharmaceutical company with a global network of manufacturing facilities focused on reliable medicine supply and innovation in drug product manufacturing.
Job location and travel
The job is located onsite at Genentech's Hillsboro Technical Operations in Hillsboro, Oregon, with a day shift schedule from 8:00am to 4:30pm.
Unique job features
The role uniquely focuses on the Fill/Finish space within pharmaceutical manufacturing, involving strategic project delivery critical to site goals and potential contract extensions based on performance.
Company overview
Genentech, a pioneering biotechnology company founded in 1976, specializes in developing innovative medicines to address serious medical conditions. They generate revenue primarily through the research, development, and commercialization of biopharmaceuticals, including treatments for cancer, autoimmune diseases, and other serious illnesses. Acquired by Roche in 2009, Genentech operates as an independent center within Roche's global research network, maintaining a strong focus on scientific discovery and patient-centric solutions. Their groundbreaking work in recombinant DNA technology has positioned them as leaders in the biotech industry.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your project management expertise in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry, focusing on your experience with cross-functional team leadership, project scoping, and execution within GMP or FDA-regulated environments.
Highlight your ability to manage complex projects involving Fill/Finish operations, including component preparation, formulation, and aseptic processes, as this is a critical area for Genentech's Hillsboro Technical Operations.
Apply through multiple platforms such as Genentech's official career site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances, ensuring your application is visible across key job portals.
Connect with current project managers or team members in Genentech's Technical Operations division on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company innovations in pharmaceutical manufacturing or asking about their experience working on Fill/Finish projects.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'project management,' 'GMP,' 'Fill/Finish,' 'cross-functional teams,' 'budget adherence,' and 'pharmaceutical manufacturing' to increase your resume's chances of passing initial screenings.
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