Director Of Manufacturing Sciences

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.

Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we’re working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.

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The Director of Manufacturing Sciences is responsible for the oligonucleotide manufacturing operation and implementation of activities to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives. Perform activities in concordance with FDA-QSR and ISO-9001 standards; ensure compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations. Select, develop, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Plan and administer procedures and budget, serve as a manufacturing representative and technical expert.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work on problems of diverse scope including multiple projects and/or objectives.
• Develop and administers schedules and monitors progress (KPI) against objectives.
• Manages the budget within department and resource planning to meet project objectives.
• Act as an advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedule and/or resolve technical problems.
• Manage and coordinates the activities of project(s) with responsibility for results in terms of timelines, cost, process implementation and employees.
• Plans, evaluates, and improves the efficiency of business processes and procedures to enhance speed, quality, efficiency, and output.
• Lead the teams and manages individual contributors (Supervisor, Production Chemists, Lab Technicians, contractors).

The essential requirements of the job include:

• A minimum of 14 years of industrial experience in manufacturing
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or similar field. Ph.D. is highly preferred.
• Working knowledge of GMP, ISO, and QSR regulations.
• 4 years of experience in managing employees, processes, and resources.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Lean Manufacturing Experience/Background
• Experience in Oligo synthesis highly desired

Cepheid, a Danaher company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com.

When you join us, you’ll also be joining Danaher’s global organization, where 80,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.

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