Project Manager, Lab Operations

Neogen Corporation is home to the largest genomic operation in the world, delivering innovative DNA testing solutions. The Project Manager, Lab Operations will lead project teams, manage resources, and oversee project execution to ensure successful delivery of new development projects and compliance with quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and motivate project teams by fostering a collaborative and productive work environment, ensuring they have the resources needed to complete tasks efficiently and to a high standard
• Coordinate internal and third-party resources to ensure successful project execution, including managing timelines, budgets, and scope, and facilitate project delivery accordingly
• Develop and implement detailed project plans to track progress, and measure performance using appropriate systems and techniques; ensure internal communications reflect project statuses and new implementations
• Implement a change control process to evaluate and approve scope changes, ensuring that they are documented and communicated to all stakeholders
• Ensure clear and consistent communication of project updates, scope changes, and risk factors, escalating issues to management as necessary
• Regularly monitor and report on the progress of all active projects and provide management with updates on key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure issues are addressed promptly
• Manage resource allocation, ensuring that project teams are adequately staffed, and that resource availability aligns with project requirements
• Work closely with cross-functional leadership on the planning, oversight, and execution of new development projects to ensure the smooth launch of new products, ensuring they integrate effectively
• Work with the Quality Manager to support ISO procedures, including the development, documentation, and execution of quality standards
• Manage project budgets, focusing on cost reduction and maintaining expenses by ensuring the efficient use of resources and identifying opportunities for cost-saving measures
• Lead the closure of projects by ensuring all deliverables are completed, conducting post-project evaluations, and documenting lessons learned; ensure that all project documentation is finalized and stored appropriately for future reference or maintenance
• Provide feedback to management, offering recommendations to improve the effectiveness of operational groups
• Other duties as assigned by the manager

Requirements:

• Lead and motivate project teams by fostering a collaborative and productive work environment, ensuring they have the resources needed to complete tasks efficiently and to a high standard
• Coordinate internal and third-party resources to ensure successful project execution, including managing timelines, budgets, and scope, and facilitate project delivery accordingly
• Develop and implement detailed project plans to track progress, and measure performance using appropriate systems and techniques; ensure internal communications reflect project statuses and new implementations
• Implement a change control process to evaluate and approve scope changes, ensuring that they are documented and communicated to all stakeholders
• Ensure clear and consistent communication of project updates, scope changes, and risk factors, escalating issues to management as necessary
• Regularly monitor and report on the progress of all active projects and provide management with updates on key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure issues are addressed promptly
• Manage resource allocation, ensuring that project teams are adequately staffed, and that resource availability aligns with project requirements
• Work closely with cross-functional leadership on the planning, oversight, and execution of new development projects to ensure the smooth launch of new products, ensuring they integrate effectively
• Work with the Quality Manager to support ISO procedures, including the development, documentation, and execution of quality standards
• Manage project budgets, focusing on cost reduction and maintaining expenses by ensuring the efficient use of resources and identifying opportunities for cost-saving measures
• Lead the closure of projects by ensuring all deliverables are completed, conducting post-project evaluations, and documenting lessons learned; ensure that all project documentation is finalized and stored appropriately for future reference or maintenance
• Provide feedback to management, offering recommendations to improve the effectiveness of operational groups
• Other duties as assigned by the manager
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or 2+ years of experience in project management and/or leadership roles
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills
• Leads by example, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration
• Inspires teamwork and drives performance through focus, accountability, and support
• Analyzes situations to develop creative and effective solutions, including navigating complex topics with tact and diplomacy
• Demonstrates dependability by following through on commitments, managing competing demands, and completing tasks on time
• Adjusts to changing environments and priorities
• Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail, striving for effective time management and continuous improvement in all deliverables
• Experience with project management software to plan, track, and manage project timelines, tasks, and resources
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word for data analysis, reporting, and document management