Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office
Job Description
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
DESCRIPTION:
This position provides leadership and direction through supervisors or professional staff. The Senior Manager Operations is responsible for overseeing the implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes, and operations for existing products and/or technologies. They contribute to budget development for labor and capital expenditures and manage resources to meet financial performance requirements.
How you will make an impact:
Ensure the safety of work practices in accordance with the company's Safety Programs
Maintain compliance with cGMPs in all activities
Provide operational leadership for manufacturing processes
Implement strategies that ensure achievement of objectives consistent with the site's strategic direction
Manage employees involved in the execution and maintenance of manufacturing processes and operations
Participate in short-term planning and supervision of projects requiring interaction with Operations
Manage Manufacturing investigations, process variances, and deviations
Contribute to the development and revision of production plans
Support the Operations annual budget and quarterly forecasting processes
Focus internally and externally, interacting with team members, peers, and management
Maintain a network of expertise within the company and industry
Leadership Responsibilities:
Provide effective leadership, including implementing objectives and operational strategies
Establish team and individual goals aligned with departmental priorities
Strengthen team capabilities and organizational effectiveness
Implement appropriate team structures and processes
Identify and communicate risks, supporting strategies to manage operational risk
Contribute to departmental long-range planning
Ensure effective utilization of resources through employee development and performance management
Manage team headcount and expenses to meet approved spending plans
Motivate, retain, and develop key team members
Interact with relevant departments and functions to execute production plans and meet yearly goals
REQUIREMENTS:
How you will get here:
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in a science or technical field
7+ years of experience in biotech/pharmaceutical manufacturing or a related industry
3+ years in a manufacturing management position
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Proven ability to train, coach, and lead high-performing teams
Demonstrated leadership of manufacturing teams to meet commercial production schedules
Strong collaboration with cross-functional partners, including Quality, Manufacturing Technical Support, Facilities, Engineering, and Validation
Skilled in authoring and reviewing standard operating procedures and controlled documentation
Hands-on knowledge of Deviation, CAPA, and Change Control systems (e.g., TrackWise)
Expertise in troubleshooting, investigations, root cause analysis, and risk assessment within a cGMP environment
Track record of driving improvements in technical and business processes
Solid project management capabilities
Understanding of GMP engineering facilities and equipment design concepts
Familiarity with post-approval changes and CMC sections of regulatory submissions
Strong communication and influencing skills across all levels
Background in Process Development and/or Manufacturing Technical Support
Experience supporting budgeting and operational planning activities
Knowledge of supply chain principles
Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP
Leadership Qualifications:
Ability to motivate and inspire team members, build effective teams, and manage for high performance
Adaptability to changing environments and ability to make sound decisions
Understanding of operational challenges and ability to implement effective solutions
Track record of continuous improvement initiatives
Understanding of internal and external customer needs
Ability to set and achieve targets, drive for results, and promote accountability within the team
Benefits
We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!
Other
Relocation assistance is not provided.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future, without sponsorship.
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in New Jersey is $141,800.00-$212,675.00.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
