We're hiring a part-time recruiter who is strong at proactive sourcing (not just posting jobs) and who can run an organized, candidate-friendly process from intake to start date.
You'll help us fill immediate openings for a current client and build a warm bench to support rapid growth into additional regulated manufacturers.
The Recruiter supports the identification, sourcing, screening, and coordination of qualified candidates for technical and professional roles within regulated industries such as pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device manufacturing.
This role focuses on proactive talent sourcing, candidate relationship management, and coordination of the recruitment lifecycle from requisition intake to onboarding. The Recruiter works closely with LPMP leadership and client stakeholders to ensure staffing needs are met efficiently while maintaining a positive candidate experience and accurate documentation throughout the process.
The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple open requisitions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Main responsibilities:
Talent Sourcing & Candidate IdentificationActively source candidates through LinkedIn, Indeed, professional networks, referrals, and targeted outreach strategies.Develop and maintain pipelines of qualified candidates for recurring or anticipated roles.Conduct proactive outreach to passive candidates to build a warm bench for future staffing needs.Identify and engage candidates with experience in regulated industries such as pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device manufacturing.Monitor sourcing channels and adjust strategies based on response rates and candidate availability.Recruitment Process ManagementCoordinate the full recruitment lifecycle including candidate screening, interview scheduling, feedback tracking, and offer coordination.Conduct initial candidate screenings to assess qualifications, experience, and alignment with role requirements.Coordinate interviews between candidates, LPMP staff, and client representatives.Maintain clear and consistent communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process.Ensure a professional and positive candidate experience from first contact through placement.Stakeholder CoordinationConduct intake meetings with internal stakeholders and clients to confirm role requirements, responsibilities, qualifications, compensation range, and hiring timelines.Serve as a point of contact between LPMP leadership, clients, and candidates during the recruitment process.Provide updates on recruitment progress, candidate pipelines, and hiring status.Support client communication when candidate submissions or interview coordination are required.Documentation & Recruitment TrackingMaintain accurate recruitment records in internal tracking systems, spreadsheets, or HR platforms such as ADP.Track candidate status throughout the recruitment lifecycle including sourcing, screening, interviews, and placement.Maintain recruitment dashboards and status reports for open positions.Ensure proper documentation and organization of candidate files, resumes, and supporting materials.Support onboarding preparation by confirming required documents and information prior to candidate start dates.Market Intelligence & Recruiting StrategyProvide feedback regarding market availability of talent, compensation trends, and sourcing effectiveness.Recommend adjustments to recruiting strategies based on candidate pipeline performance.Assist LPMP leadership in evaluating staffing feasibility for new projects or client opportunitiesIdentify opportunities to improve recruitment processes, sourcing strategies, and candidate engagement.General requirements:
Demonstrated strength in proactive sourcing and outreach (not only inbound applicants)Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities, multiple requests, and frequent client touchpoints.Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Experience with CANVA and ADP a plus.Availability to work on site and to adjust schedule, as needed.Strong organizational and time management skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, Psychology, or a related field is strongly preferred.A combination of education and relevant experience can be considered.Experience Requirements:
Minimum 3 years of experience in recruiting or talent sourcing, preferably within life sciences, technical professional services, pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device industries, regulated manufacturing environments in Puerto Rico.Demonstrated experience recruiting technical roles such as engineers, project managers, compliance specialists, or similar positions is highly preferred.Preferred Requirements:
Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written).Experience supporting proposals/capture or staffing feasibility inputs for life sciences and federally funded work is preferred.Personal Attributes:
High sense of responsibility, reliability, and professional ethics.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to make sound decisions under time pressure.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.High level of organization and attention to detail.Excellent interpersonal skills to work with multidisciplinary internal and external teamsRate: $15.00 per hour + performance add-ons
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We are seeking a Project Scheduler to support capital and facility improvement projects at a pharmaceutical manufacturing site. The Project Scheduler will be responsible for developing, maintaining and analyzing detailed project schedules, primarily using Microsoft Project, for engineering, shutdown and improvement initiatives.
This is an on-site role, working closely with Project Managers, Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, EHS and external contractors. The role requires intermediate to advanced skills in MS Project and a solid understanding of project controls, critical path, dependencies and schedule risk in a GMP-regulated environment.
This is a contract-based opportunity for an independent professional willing to work at client site.
Main Responsibilities
Project Scheduling & PlanningDevelop, update and maintain integrated project schedules in Microsoft Project for multiple concurrent projects.Break down project scope into activities and work packages with appropriate durations, logic ties and constraints.Identify and manage critical path, near-critical activities, and key milestones to support decision-making.Coordinate with Project Managers and technical leads to ensure schedules reflect realistic execution plans.Schedule Control & ReportingTrack schedule progress, update actual start/finish dates, and maintain look-ahead schedules (weekly/monthly).Analyze variances versus baseline and prepare schedule impact assessments for scope changes and issues.Generate regular schedule reports, charts and dashboards for management and stakeholders.Support integration of schedule information with cost and resource data when required (basic project controls).Coordination & Stakeholder InterfaceFacilitate schedule review meetings with Project Managers, Engineering, Operations, Quality and contractors.Gather input from discipline leads to update activities, constraints and resource assumptions.Communicate clearly schedule risks, constraints and potential conflicts between projects or operations.Support planning for shutdown windows, tie-ins, and other high-impact activities to minimize production impact.Compliance & DocumentationEnsure that schedule development and updates follow internal procedures and project management standards.Maintain proper documentation of schedule baselines, revisions and approvals.Support preparation of presentations, reports and documentation for audits or management reviews as needed.General Requirements
Bilingual (Spanish and English) – written and spoken.Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project is required.Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Strong analytical, organizational and time-management skills.Ability to work on site and to adjust schedule (extended hours/weekends) during critical projector shutdown windows.Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or related discipline; or equivalent relevant experience.Experience Requirements
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in project scheduling, planning or project controls in industrial, pharmaceutical or manufacturing environments.Demonstrated experience creating and managing schedules in MS Project (intermediate to advanced level).Experience supporting capital projects, shutdowns, maintenance turn arounds or facility improvement initiatives.Expertise with project management concepts and tools (scope, schedule, cost, risk, change control).Experience working in or supporting GMP-regulated environments is preferred.Preferred
Experience in pharmaceutical or medical devices manufacturing and capital projects.Project Management course is a plus.Key Skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in schedule data.Ability to interpret technical information and convert it into logical activities and dependencies.Effective communication skills to present schedule information to technical and non-technical audiences.Team-oriented, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment.Compensation
Hourly rate will be defined based on experience, skills and alignment with project requirements.
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We are seeking a Commissioning & Qualification Specialist to support a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in the central/East area of Puerto Rico. The specialist will be responsible for conducting qualification activities of equipment, utilities, and facilities to ensure they comply with installation and operations requirements and regulatory standards. This is a contract-based opportunity for an independent professional willing to work at client site.
Main Responsibilities:
Develop and execute qualification protocols (Commissioning, IQ, OQ, PQ) for pharmaceutical equipment and facilities. Ensure qualification and validation activities meet company procedures and regulatory requirements.Manage Change Controls by initiating or reviewing for approval prior to execution, tracking associated tasks to ensure timely completion, and documenting closure in full compliance with FDA regulations, cGMP requirements, and company quality system procedures.Perform installation and operational checks for pharmaceutical equipment and systems. Develop commissioning protocols and execute commissioning activities for new or upgraded systems. Identify and resolve technical issues during qualification activities.Create and maintain accurate and complete documentation, including protocols, test scripts, reports, and SOPs. Ensure traceability of all qualification and validation activities.Ensure compliance with global regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, ICH, etc.) and industry guidelines.Support the periodic review and requalification of pharmaceutical systems. Coordinate system upgrades, decommissioning, and troubleshooting.Partner with QC, validation, IT, and engineering teams to ensure seamless implementation. Provide support during regulatory audits and inspections.General Requirements:
Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written).Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and project management tools.Proficiency in documentation practices and attention to detail. Effective communication skills and ability to present complex technical information to diverse audiences.Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.Excellent communication skills.Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, life sciences or other related fields.Experience Requirements:
3+ years qualifying facilities and equipment in the Pharmaceutical Industry.In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., cGMP, FDA) related to commissioning, qualification, and validation activities.Strong understanding of equipment and facility qualification, risk assessments, and validation principles.Experience in conducting investigations, particularly related to deviations, and familiarity with Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) processes.Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit for long periods.Light physical activity may be required occasionally.Must be able to visit field locations as needed.Must be able to use personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.Ability to perform in a variety of industrial environments. Read Less