Avantor
The Opportunity:
The Senior Director of Manufacturing Operations is a pivotal leader at Avantor, responsible for the comprehensive oversight of manufacturing operations. This role focuses on fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement within an OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) and FDA-regulated environment. You will be instrumental in driving sustainable growth and ensuring world-class performance through the deployment of Avantor Business System (ABS) and Lean principles.
Your Contributions:
Education:
A bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Operations, or a related field is required; an advanced degree is preferred. Experience:
At least 10 years of leadership experience in chemical or FDA-regulated manufacturing environments is essential. Regulatory Knowledge:
Proven expertise in OSHA PSM compliance is critical. Team Management:
Experience in leading multifunctional operations teams encompassing production, maintenance, engineering, and quality. Lean Transformation:
Demonstrated success in leading Lean/ABS transformation and cultural change initiatives. Technical Background:
Strong technical foundation in chemical or pharmaceutical process manufacturing. Performance Management:
Proficient in strategic planning and cross-functional execution. Leadership Skills:
Capability to lead diverse teams and influence various organizational levels. Communication:
Excellent conflict resolution and decision-making abilities. Integrity:
High integrity and results-oriented approach, exhibiting a bias for action. Analytical Skills:
Strong troubleshooting skills, adept in data-driven decision-making. Motivational Skills:
Ability to inspire and engage teams in a fast-paced production environment. Technical Proficiency:
Familiarity with ERP systems, Lean tools, and operational dashboards. Your Responsibilities: Site Operations Leadership:
Provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring performance excellence across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and employee engagement. Compliance:
Maintain stringent adherence to OSHA PSM, EPA, FDA, and health/regulatory standards. Operational Oversight:
Oversee production, engineering, and maintenance functions to achieve performance goals. Lean & ABS Implementation:
Champion Lean manufacturing and ABS methodologies to enhance productivity and eliminate waste. Quality Assurance:
Establish compliance systems to meet internal and external standards and collaborate with quality teams. People Development:
Cultivate a high-performing team environment promoting accountability and engagement. Financial Accountability:
Manage site budget, drive resource utilization, and oversee capital investments. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Act as the primary liaison to executive leadership, customers, and regulatory agencies. This full-time role is based at Avantor's manufacturing facility in Paris, KY. Join us in making a difference in life-changing science! Why Avantor? Advance your career with Avantor, where our global team of over 14,000 associates is dedicated to discovery and overcoming challenges that lead to impactful science. Your work can change lives: from bringing new treatments to market that improve patient outcomes to enabling technologies that positively affect countless individuals. We support your growth through a diverse and inclusive culture, offering learning opportunities for your career development. Apply today to see how your contributions can make a difference! Equal Opportunity Employment: At Avantor, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristics. For accommodation requests during the employment process, please reach out to our recruiting team.
A bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Operations, or a related field is required; an advanced degree is preferred. Experience:
At least 10 years of leadership experience in chemical or FDA-regulated manufacturing environments is essential. Regulatory Knowledge:
Proven expertise in OSHA PSM compliance is critical. Team Management:
Experience in leading multifunctional operations teams encompassing production, maintenance, engineering, and quality. Lean Transformation:
Demonstrated success in leading Lean/ABS transformation and cultural change initiatives. Technical Background:
Strong technical foundation in chemical or pharmaceutical process manufacturing. Performance Management:
Proficient in strategic planning and cross-functional execution. Leadership Skills:
Capability to lead diverse teams and influence various organizational levels. Communication:
Excellent conflict resolution and decision-making abilities. Integrity:
High integrity and results-oriented approach, exhibiting a bias for action. Analytical Skills:
Strong troubleshooting skills, adept in data-driven decision-making. Motivational Skills:
Ability to inspire and engage teams in a fast-paced production environment. Technical Proficiency:
Familiarity with ERP systems, Lean tools, and operational dashboards. Your Responsibilities: Site Operations Leadership:
Provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring performance excellence across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and employee engagement. Compliance:
Maintain stringent adherence to OSHA PSM, EPA, FDA, and health/regulatory standards. Operational Oversight:
Oversee production, engineering, and maintenance functions to achieve performance goals. Lean & ABS Implementation:
Champion Lean manufacturing and ABS methodologies to enhance productivity and eliminate waste. Quality Assurance:
Establish compliance systems to meet internal and external standards and collaborate with quality teams. People Development:
Cultivate a high-performing team environment promoting accountability and engagement. Financial Accountability:
Manage site budget, drive resource utilization, and oversee capital investments. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Act as the primary liaison to executive leadership, customers, and regulatory agencies. This full-time role is based at Avantor's manufacturing facility in Paris, KY. Join us in making a difference in life-changing science! Why Avantor? Advance your career with Avantor, where our global team of over 14,000 associates is dedicated to discovery and overcoming challenges that lead to impactful science. Your work can change lives: from bringing new treatments to market that improve patient outcomes to enabling technologies that positively affect countless individuals. We support your growth through a diverse and inclusive culture, offering learning opportunities for your career development. Apply today to see how your contributions can make a difference! Equal Opportunity Employment: At Avantor, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristics. For accommodation requests during the employment process, please reach out to our recruiting team.