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Project Coordinator II - Engineering

Exela Pharma Sciences LLC

Exela Pharma Sciences LLC

Administration
lenoir, nc, usa
Posted on May 24, 2025

Position Summary:

The Project Coordinator II manages small pharmaceutical projects independently and supports larger, more complex projects under the guidance of a Project Manager. The Project Coordinator is responsible for being in compliance with all safety policies, cGMPs, and SOPs.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Independently manage small projects and support larger projects under supervision.
  • Develop project schedules, track budgets, and coordinate cross-functional team efforts.
  • Identify and report potential risks while facilitating issue resolution.
  • Provide detailed project status reports and communicate updates to stakeholders.
  • Maintain personal training compliance status and work in compliance with applicable SOPs, cGMPs, regulatory requirements, safety, environmental and company policies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Administrative support for documentation including change controls, purchase requisition submission and Capital expenditures submission.
  • Responsible for creating and managing key milestones and project schedules utilizing MS project and Smartsheet.

Required Skills:

  • Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing deadlines.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support project and team objectives.
  • Must display sound judgment, ability to seek guidance, and follow directions.
  • Strong analytical, listening, verbal/written communication, achieve accuracy without being rushed, efficient time-management, problem-solving, attention to detail, prioritization, organization, interpersonal, computer and conflict management skills.
  • Being able to manage multiple projects, tasks and being able to redirect focus on changing priorities.

Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Associates degree in related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • 2–3 years of project coordination experience. Experience in a regulated industry (e.g., pharmaceuticals, Food Industry, Automotive Industry) preferred.
  • An appropriate mix of education and experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
  • Experience with pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and cGMP practices preferred.
  • CAPM or PMP is a plus.