Operations Manager - Vaccine Manufacturing

About the role

This is a manufacturing leadership role as Operations Manager supporting the commercial-scale manufacture of vaccines and therapeutics at the Durham, NC site. The position covers both day shift and night shift, and the successful candidate is assigned to support one of the two manufacturing factories at the site. The role provides direction, coaching and technical expertise to operations personnel, manages the team to meet customer demand, and resolves process and equipment issues to protect product quality.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, motivate and manage a team, set yearly performance objectives, give regular feedback and coaching, and handle hiring, recognition and performance management
• Lead on the manufacturing floor, champion standard work, help troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime, and coach team members on small improvement projects
• Lead daily tier meetings, hold team meetings, communicate clearly between shifts, escalate issues, and act as subject matter expert for visitors and auditors
• Foster a strong safety culture, coach on reporting safety issues and corrective/preventive actions, and take part in safety and regulatory audits
• Coach the team on timely and accurate SAP transactions, manage staffing and overtime within budget, and identify cost-saving opportunities

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED required
• At least 6 years of experience in a manufacturing, technical, support or military role, or 4 years with a Bachelor's degree in Life Science or Engineering
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays (examples: 2-3-3 x 12.5-hour shifts, 4-day x 10.5-hour shifts, or 5-day x 8.5-hour shifts)
• Ability to qualify and maintain gowning requirements to enter classified manufacturing areas
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team and manage multiple priorities to meet a production schedule

Required skills

• Aseptic manufacturing and cGMP compliance
• Manufacturing quality control and packaging operations
• Production scheduling and process improvements
• Data analysis and inventory management

Preferred: previous supervisory experience, GMP-regulated manufacturing experience, experience with electronic manufacturing systems such as PAS-X, SAP or Delta-V, experience with regulatory auditors, and Lean Six Sigma certification. Salary range: $96,200 - $151,400, with eligibility for annual bonus and long-term incentives. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation and sick days.