Director, Operations - API

$173.2k - $272.6k

Merck

Director of Operations leading the Integrated Process Team for API manufacturing at a new small molecule pharmaceutical facility in Virginia. Responsible for site strategy, operational ramp-up, compliance, and team leadership while establishing the future operating model for this agile manufacturing site.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic and tactical planning aligned with site and company priorities
Develop future-state operating model and support site start-up, ramp-up, and operational readiness
Ensure safe, compliant, and reliable API operations meeting production and supply objectives
Lead team of managers and contributors to build high-performing organization with strong quality and safety culture
Support budget planning, financial stewardship, and continuous improvement initiatives across the IPT

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or related technical discipline
10+ years experience in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environments
Leadership experience in manufacturing, technical operations, quality, engineering, or production planning
Direct and indirect team leadership experience
Strong knowledge of cGMP, quality systems, regulatory readiness, and safety practices
Demonstrated experience with operational planning, project leadership, or site ramp-up activities

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