Program Manager in Chicago
Job Description
Nemera – Contract Program Manager
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Location: Chicago, IL – ICH Facility (Ravenswood/Montrose)
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Pay: Up to $70/hr
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Potential Direct Hire: Yes; target compensation of $120K–$140K+, depending on experience
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Position Overview
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Nemera is seeking a Program Manager to lead and coordinate medical device development programs from quotation through product design freeze and process validation. This role will serve as a key customer interface while coordinating cross-functional teams across multiple sites to ensure programs meet quality, cost, timing, and risk objectives.
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Medical device industry experience is required.
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Key Responsibilities
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- Lead and manage internal and external customers in partnership with the Key Account Manager.
- Coordinate the full program and cross-functional program team from RFQ through validation and design freeze.
- Develop and maintain program/project plans, budgets, timelines, and expenses.
- Manage multiple programs simultaneously while adjusting level of involvement based on program complexity.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams across multiple locations.
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Must Have
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- Medical device industry experience — REQUIRED
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related field.
- 3–5+ years of Program Management experience, preferably within medical device development.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
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Highly
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- Experience with high-volume production, injection molding, and automation.
- Medical device or combination product development experience.
- Knowledge of FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and ISO 62366.
- Experience managing programs involving multiple sites and cross-functional teams.
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Why Consider This Opportunity?
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This is an opportunity to join Nemera on a contract basis with the potential to convert to a direct-hire position. The target direct compensation is $120K–$140K+, with flexibility for candidates whose background warrants a higher level of compensation.