Align

The purpose of the position is to manage the development, execution, and stabilization of technological programs for their incorporation into the manufacturing environment; through the definition of goals, acceptance criteria, resource allocation, and successful on-time delivery at each stage. This position promotes the resolution of challenges by making judgments based on objective technical evidence.

The "DFM Technical Program Manager" uses, develops, and documents tools and processes to improve human resource productivity in order to accelerate and streamline program development. Similarly, they are responsible for communicating schedules, priorities, and program (project) status at different levels of the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for identifying the necessary aspects to carry out the project, determining impacts, and creating solutions in collaboration with the teams related to the projects.
• Leads and/or is part of Global development teams.
• Provides technical advice during the ramp-up of programs.
• Active contributor in creating and developing the program with dates and responsible parties for timely follow-up, determining the important elements to ensure that tasks/programs and projects are successful.
• Identifies and obtains the necessary resources to carry out projects/programs, has the ability to interact with various departments and obtain the key elements to carry out the necessary tasks required for the project.
• Leads teams to determine the optimal path/solution that will meet the expectations and purpose of the project, ensuring that a pertinent time is established and that it meets the project delivery plan.
• Effectively communicates changes in the project's purpose, changes in the established time, and any event that may impact the project's objective/end.
• Follows up on key project activities and maintains communication with key individuals of the activity to ensure timely and proper compliance.
• Continuously analyzes the risk that may arise during the development of the program/project and ensures to mitigate or solve any problem found together with the team.
• Creates solutions.
• Recurrent and timely communication with all teams (levels) to communicate progress, risks, opportunities, and thus maintain projects on time and in proper form.
• Works with multifunctional teams such as development, manufacturing, IT, finance, R&D, external suppliers for the development, delivery of activities, and solutions for any project.
• Investigates, develops, refines, and applies new trends, methods, and technologies in the "program management" process.
• Ensures that the project does not interfere with the company's goals and creates solutions in case it could impact another project or goal.
• Monitors the effective compliance of the objectives and deadlines assigned to the group.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Engineering studies.
• Postgraduate studies.
• 7-10 years of experience in Program Management.
• Experience in the medical or pharmaceutical industry regulated by the FDA.
• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to present to management.
• Ability to handle conflicts/complex problems by influencing different departments for their resolution.
• Ability to balance work by evaluating criticality or priority.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.
• Advanced level in MS Project.
• Atlassian/Jira.
• Advanced English.
• Experience in Agile and Scrum project development methodologies.

Advanced-Intermediate English

About Align Technology

Your growth and well-being:

At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:

• Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.
• Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.
• Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.
• Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.

Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process.

Discover Align:

We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.

Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.

We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.

At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.

As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.

Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being?

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Equal Opportunity Statement:

Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.

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