Project Manager - Tooling & Injection Moulding

About the role

As a Project Manager in Convatec’s Infusion Care division, you will lead high‑impact tooling projects critical to the development and supply of precision‑moulded components for advanced medical devices. Your role is central to ensuring the timely delivery, quality, and regulatory compliance of injection moulding tools that support life‑enhancing therapies for chronic conditions such as diabetes and Parkinson’s disease.

Compensation Range

158,000 PLN – 217,250 PLN

Key duties and responsibilities

• Preparation and maintenance of detailed risk analysis and CCR documentation.
• Preparation, presentation, and financial accuracy of the CAR (investment application).
• Integration support in cooperation with Development and Quality departments.
• Continuous follow‑up on implementation plans, including deadlines, resources, and finances.
• Detailed analysis, approach, and timeline reporting to the Portfolio Manager.
• Regular team meetings driven using PPM project theory.
• Production of clear and concise financial statements and spending forecasts.
• Leadership and coordination of project team communications.
• Coordination of tool design and manufacturing with internal teams and external mould makers to meet medical‑grade specifications.
• Management of timelines and budgets for tool development, ensuring on‑time delivery and cost control.
• Oversight of validation and qualification of injection moulds in compliance with medical device standards (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA).
• Ensuring supply chain readiness, sourcing materials, managing vendors, and planning for production ramp‑up.
• Facilitation of cross‑functional communication between engineering, quality, procurement, and regulatory teams.
• Mitigation of risks and resolution of issues during tool fabrication, testing, and production transfer.
• Maintenance of documentation and traceability for audits and regulatory submissions.
• Drive continuous improvement in tooling performance, cost efficiency, and supplier capabilities.

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in project management within injection moulding or medical device manufacturing.
• Strong technical knowledge of injection moulding processes, tool design, and manufacturing workflows.
• Experience in medical device development, including familiarity with ISO 13485, FDA regulations, and validation protocols.
• Project management expertise, including scheduling, budgeting, and risk mitigation across complex, multi‑phase projects.
• Supplier and vendor management skills, especially in coordinating with toolmakers and material suppliers.
• Cross‑functional leadership, working effectively with engineering, quality, procurement, and regulatory teams.
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities under tight timelines and high compliance standards.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills for reporting, audits, and stakeholder updates.
• Continuous improvement mindset, with experience in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma being a plus.

Qualifications / Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical discipline (mechanical, plastics, or biomedical engineering preferred).
• Project management certification such as PMP or PRINCE2 is highly desirable.
• In‑depth knowledge of injection mould toolmaking processes and materials.
• Proficiency in CAD software and mould flow analysis tools is a plus.
• Strong understanding of supply chain and vendor management, especially in regulated environments.

Travel Requirements

The position may involve travel up to 20%, both domestically and overseas, with most trips including overnight travel.

Working Conditions

Remote working structure.

Equal opportunities

Convatec provides equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, genetic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.