Associate Director Of Operations

ProStaff Workforce Solutions is seeking an Associate Director, Operations for one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in Billerica, MA. If you believe you are qualified, we would be excited to connect and discuss this opportunity in more detail.

Full time Onsite

Direct Hire

Relocation package for eligible candidates

Summary

Overall responsibilities include Operations Management for Aseptic and Dermatological product lines, as well as oversight of Plant Services, Manufacturing & Validation Engineering, and Materials/Warehousing. Overall responsibility for the inspection, maintenance, repair and servicing of plant equipment, buildings and facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for activities involved with building security
• Achieve continuous improvement in final product yields for manufactured products and promote quality improvement activities
• Assure maintenance of materials, parts and specialized tools to prevent work stoppage; and, through subordinates, assure maintenance projects by employees or private contractors conform to specifications and contracts
• Hire, train and evaluate performance of subordinate personnel
• Responsible for identifying staffing and needs for training, developing and motivating subordinates in materials management, plant operations, facility maintenance and all system, process and equipment validations
• Prioritize production schedules based on inventory requirements, new product introduction, equipment efficiency and material supply
• Responsible for the inspection, maintenance, repair and servicing of plant equipment, buildings and facilities, ensuring building codes and safety standards are maintained
• Ensure that personnel are trained, per cGMP regulations, for all aspects of the jobs they are performing
• Coordinate production, Materials/warehousing, plant engineering and related support functions to maximize productivity, quality and profitability while minimizing cost and working within an established budget
• Interface with other Site Leaders to formulate and integrate manufacturing objectives to achieve overall company goals

Travel Estimate

Up to 10%, including international travel

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of FDA cGMP, SOP’s and ICH, and EU standards
• Detail-oriented and strong record keeping skills
• Direct experience and training on industry standards for aseptic manufacturing, engineering and validation requirements
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience in Isolator and/or RABS (restricted-access barrier system)
• Minimum 10+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing or compliance, with 5-8 years management experience
• Ability to plan, prioritize and organize diversified workload
• Strong computer skills
• Experience in Fill/Finish Line
• B.S. in Engineering or other science required/ Master’s degree preferred
• Strong team management skills who exhibits a high level of initiative and self-motivation