Head of Operations & Business Management

Job Description For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way.
Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence. Because when it comes to animal health, no one sees it like we do.
Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a “Safety First, Quality Always” mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products.
Our Company's Animal Health is a BioTechnology Center of Excellence that performs vaccine production operations from antigen production through formulation, filling and packaging. With expertise in mammalian, insect and avian cell culture production (anchorage & non-anchorage dependent), live bird vaccine production, embryonated egg vaccine production, roller bottle vaccine production, bioreactor vaccine production and down-stream processing (water in oil emulsions, aseptic filling, lyophilization, etc.), the Millsboro site supplies and supports products for a wide range of species including poultry, equine, swine, bovine and companion animal.
Supervision of facilities, equipment and personnel in the Cell Fermentation department, including coordination of additional labor, such as temporary employees or other departments
Participate and support the Safe by Choice programs at the site. Supervision of aseptic procedures including media preparation, antigen inoculation and harvest, tissue culture preparation and harvest, etc.
Antigen storage and sampling for testing
Review and revise processes and procedures against corporate and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance
Review production records for completeness and compliance to departmental and/or Site SOPs
Provide training to personnel to stay current with all regulatory agencies and corporate policies
Provide guidance to personnel to maximize throughput while meeting regulatory requirements
Coordination with venders to determine equipment options
Assist in the procurement and installation of new equipment
Provide effective solutions to projects with a high level of technical difficulties and internal constraints
Scheduling and planning for department requirements
Coordinate with Media, Blend, Filling, Central Services, Packaging and Planning personnel to maximize utilization of resources
Provide training, coordinate problem solving issues with Third Party
Ensure proper safety procedures, standard operation procedures and aseptic techniques are followed
Coordinate SAP and data base entry and the movement of finished goods and in-process products between facilities
Including inventory movement and production key performance indicators
Other duties as assigned, such as scheduling equipment maintenance, various trouble shooting and contribute as needed on cross-functional teams
Participate in KATA’s and KAIZEN’s for our continuous improvement program
High School diploma or equivalent with six (6) years of relevant leadership experience within a manufacturing environment or military service or five (5) years’ experience in a direct GMP, biotechnology manufacturing setting with demonstrated leadership skills
OR Bachelor’s degree with either four (4) years of relevant experience in manufacturing or military service or two (2) years’ experience in a direct GMP, biotechnology manufacturing setting with demonstrated leadership skills
Five (5)+ years of relevant work experience within a manufacturing environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strategic and optimistic teambuilding skills that focus on mentoring and coaching
Experience working within vaccine and/or pharmaceutical Industry
Working knowledge of aseptic techniques and aseptic filling operations
Strong knowledge of cell culture processes, bioreactors, and process equipment
Working knowledge of SAP (operating system)
#Adaptability, Aseptic Manufacturing, cGMP Compliance, Data Analysis, Employee Performance Standards, Interpersonal Relationships, Inventory Management, Manufacturing Quality Control, Operational Excellence, Packaging Operations, People Leadership, Process Engineering, Process Improvements, Production Scheduling, Sterile Filling Preferred Skills:
US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:
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As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.
The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. You can apply for this role through (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.
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Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please, no phone calls or emails.
Regular Relocation:
No relocation VISA Sponsorship:
No Travel Requirements:
10% Flexible Work Arrangements:
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No Hazardous Material(s):