Danaher Life Sciences
Overview
For over 25 years, Abcam has been providing tools the scientific community needs to enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders. At Abcam, our vision is to be the most influential life sciences company for researchers worldwide. We believe that to continue making progress, we need to work together, each bringing our own unique perspectives to make an impact on the world. This community needs people like you: dedicated, agile and above all audacious so we can truly drive science forward. The
Site Operations Manager
is responsible for leading the Operations Team, delivering operational strategic priorities, and building a high performing team that ensures compliance and operational excellence. This position reports to the VP of Global Manufacturing and is an integral part of the Global Operations Team; this is a full-time on-site role.
Responsibilities
Leadership of our operational teams at the site with responsibility for safety; planning; manufacturing; quality control; and (in some sites) packaging our products which can be put into stock by our global logistics teams.
Responsibility for building the strategic plan for the site (in the context of the Global Ops strategy), including implementation of processes, new products and equipment to support long-term business goals.
Ownership for building a high performing culture and diverse Ops Site Leadership group by defining clear development plans and providing timely feedback.
Champions the Danaher Business System (DBS) and its application on the site, using it to map improvement plans and drive sustainable improvements (including leading the Ops Daily Management meetings and owning the site KPI Bowler and Visual Factory).
Governing improvement activities at the site (managing the Kaizen Funnel) including leading Kaizens and driving Problem Solving Processes (PSPs).
Establishing SMART performance goals for the Operations team at the site, including safety, quality, inventory, productivity, and costs.
Managing the Financial performance of Operations at the site including Opex/Capex spending and cashflow improvements via inventory optimization.
Direct reports
Production Manager(s)
Quality Control Manager
Production & Material Planning Manager
Materials handling manager
All other site-based operations positions such as DBS, EHS, QARA, Lab support, Material Sciences and Logistics will have a strong dotted line to (and form part of) the Site Operations Leadership Team, who in turn are supported by Global Operations.
Essential requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a science related field.
At least 10+ years of industry experience or equivalent experience in a similar industry.
Financial acumen associated with profit/loss responsibility.
Leadership demonstrated in continuous improvement, experience leading DBS Kaizen’s preferred.
Ability to work in international / multi-cultural environment.
Fluent in English (spoken and written).
Ability to effectively lead staff and communicate the needs of the department to management.
Travel, driver license & environment
Ability to travel on occasion to other sites to participate in Kaizens and understand the wider Abcam business.
Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Preferred qualifications
Over 5 years of experience or experience with Operational Improvement techniques such as Lean, Six Sigma.
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit www.danaher.com.
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: 1-202-419-7762 or applyassistance@danaher.com.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
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For over 25 years, Abcam has been providing tools the scientific community needs to enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders. At Abcam, our vision is to be the most influential life sciences company for researchers worldwide. We believe that to continue making progress, we need to work together, each bringing our own unique perspectives to make an impact on the world. This community needs people like you: dedicated, agile and above all audacious so we can truly drive science forward. The
Site Operations Manager
is responsible for leading the Operations Team, delivering operational strategic priorities, and building a high performing team that ensures compliance and operational excellence. This position reports to the VP of Global Manufacturing and is an integral part of the Global Operations Team; this is a full-time on-site role.
Responsibilities
Leadership of our operational teams at the site with responsibility for safety; planning; manufacturing; quality control; and (in some sites) packaging our products which can be put into stock by our global logistics teams.
Responsibility for building the strategic plan for the site (in the context of the Global Ops strategy), including implementation of processes, new products and equipment to support long-term business goals.
Ownership for building a high performing culture and diverse Ops Site Leadership group by defining clear development plans and providing timely feedback.
Champions the Danaher Business System (DBS) and its application on the site, using it to map improvement plans and drive sustainable improvements (including leading the Ops Daily Management meetings and owning the site KPI Bowler and Visual Factory).
Governing improvement activities at the site (managing the Kaizen Funnel) including leading Kaizens and driving Problem Solving Processes (PSPs).
Establishing SMART performance goals for the Operations team at the site, including safety, quality, inventory, productivity, and costs.
Managing the Financial performance of Operations at the site including Opex/Capex spending and cashflow improvements via inventory optimization.
Direct reports
Production Manager(s)
Quality Control Manager
Production & Material Planning Manager
Materials handling manager
All other site-based operations positions such as DBS, EHS, QARA, Lab support, Material Sciences and Logistics will have a strong dotted line to (and form part of) the Site Operations Leadership Team, who in turn are supported by Global Operations.
Essential requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a science related field.
At least 10+ years of industry experience or equivalent experience in a similar industry.
Financial acumen associated with profit/loss responsibility.
Leadership demonstrated in continuous improvement, experience leading DBS Kaizen’s preferred.
Ability to work in international / multi-cultural environment.
Fluent in English (spoken and written).
Ability to effectively lead staff and communicate the needs of the department to management.
Travel, driver license & environment
Ability to travel on occasion to other sites to participate in Kaizens and understand the wider Abcam business.
Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Preferred qualifications
Over 5 years of experience or experience with Operational Improvement techniques such as Lean, Six Sigma.
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit www.danaher.com.
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: 1-202-419-7762 or applyassistance@danaher.com.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Danaher Life Sciences by 2x
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