Director of Reagent Manufacturing Operations

Director of Reagent and Consumable Manufacturing Operations This position is located in Chaska, MN and reports to the Senior Director of Reagent and Consumable Operations. In This Role Provide strategic and tactical leadership to the reagent and consumable value streams to deliver diagnostic reagent systems on time while meeting safety, quality, and productivity objectives. Achieve KPIs for safety, quality, on‑time delivery, inventory, and operational P&L. Generate budgets and meet controllable expense targets. Hire, develop, and retain talent supporting site goals and customers’ expectations. Lead and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet business objectives. Lead the adoption of the Danaher Business System throughout reagent and consumable manufacturing to improve quality, delivery, cost, and innovation by applying tools and a continuous improvement mindset. Ensure strategies are communicated and well understood by the team. Essential Requirements Bachelor’s degree with 14+ years’ experience or Master’s/Doctoral degree with 10+ years’ experience. 5 years’ experience managing complex biological manufacturing teams within an FDA/ISO‑regulated industry. Demonstrated proficiency in a DB, Lean, or Six Sigma culture and understanding of Lean manufacturing tools and concepts. Proven track record of working cross‑functionally within matrixed organizations to achieve business outcomes. Experience managing budgets. Experience working with Oracle and electronic batch records. Travel and Other Requirements Ability to travel 10% domestically and internationally per business needs. Preferred (Optional) Engaging and developing teams; driving succession and development of talent. Leading in a culture biased to action and accountability. Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The U.S. EEO posters are available here. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact: View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr