Dendreon Corporation

Facilities Project Manager

Dendreon Corporation is a publicly held biotechnology company developing therapeutic vaccines, monoclonal antibodies and small molecule candidates for the treatment of cancer and other diseases.

We are seeking a Facilities Project Manager to develop and implement facilities maintenance and calibration systems. You’ll be responsible for gathering requirements, evaluating system choice, developing a business case and ultimately implementing and maintaining the system.

Description:

• Analyze, select, implement and maintain a computer maintenance management system (CMMS) for the equipment maintenance and calibration functions of GMP systems.
• Gather requirements and develop policies and procedures.
• Act as system advisor to departments ensuring work processes are implemented and documented in a compliant manner.
• Interact with other Facilities and Quality team members, outside customers, and functional peer groups at various management levels.
• Interact and negotiate with contractors and vendors.
• Gain cooperation of others by conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects/schedules.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or 6+ years related work experience.
• Must have experience in maintenance trades/engineering and knowledge of building codes.
• Experience as a project manager, participating in the construction of building and/or manufacturing facilities in a GMP or GLP environment.
• Experience working with GMP processes and procedures. Writing of SOPs is a must.
• Experience implementing full cycle of multi-site work order systems (CMM –computerized maintenance management systems) and calibration systems such as Blue Mountain).
• Must be able to work in multi-group project environment.
• Must perform well in planning, implementing & executing programs and projects.
• Demonstrated strong customer service skills.
• Have ability to evaluate risk and uncertainty.
• Strong organizational skills.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• The job is performed in a lab, office, or utility (noisy) environment.
• Must have the ability to work around utility systems and equipment and regularly lift 10 – 20 lb and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

The preceding job description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Additional and incidental duties related to the primary duties may be required for company business needs from time to time.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including bonus, matching 401(k) & stock options. For consideration, please email your resume to:

Please include the job title and code 04615 in the subject line.

Dendreon Corporation
Reference Job Code: 04615
Attention: Human Resources

Email: jobs@dendreon.com

Dendreon Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Submitted: 08/11/2004