Required Experience:
• 8-10 years of Manufacturing including management for regulated aseptically processed media-fill products.
Required Education:
• BS/BA in a related discipline required.
Job Description
A rapidly growing biotechnology company that focuses on developing innovative products for various applications, including medical and industrial fields is seeking a Director of Global Manufacturing for its Florida location. Their focus lies in creating proprietary enzyme formulations that have diverse uses, including medical devices and wound care solutions.
The Director of Global Manufacturing will report directly to the CEO and be responsible for carrying out the global manufacturing process for all of the company’s product related activities. The Director of Global Manufacturing will provide expertise and focus in preparing and implementing new systems in the US, optimizing existing systems and processes internationally, and engaging in operation methods to streamline processes for the successful overall manufacturing logistics and operations process for commercial purposes. The Director of Global Manufacturing will be responsible for resolving issues that may arise during the manufacturing process, assisting regulatory in design specifications and requirements, managing supplier relationships, managing manufacturing logistics, managing vendor relationships, and documenting and maintaining records for audit and compliance purposes.
Key Duties, Activities and Responsibilities:
- Maintain a current knowledge of all Company related Standard Operating Procedures, Departmental Work Instructions and their practical usage as it pertains to their job function.
- Develop and implement operating policies and procedures across multiple departments, continuously evaluating for improvements to maximize growth and efficiencies.
- Responsible for technical oversight of CMO manufactured products.
- Responsible for internal batch record review, product release and batch trend analysis working closely with PD and the CSO.
- Responsible for manufacturing budgets and working with marketing to align sales forecasts, inventory, and manufacturing needs.
- Supporting the Director of Global Operations in logistics, shipping and supply chain management.
- Responsible for the coordination of product labelling with the Quality Department.
- Identifying other supply partners for the Company’s products.
- Working with the CSO and Quality Manager to enhance the Quality Management System.
- Manage the relationship with suppliers to ensure manufacturing continuity while maintaining adequate inventory levels and on-time shipping, identification, oversight and management of CMOs.
- Responsible for developing tech transfer of manufacturing processes to CMOs.
- Developing the tech transfer processes for new products.
- Motivate and provide direction for the lab workforce and appropriate consultants to maintain acceptable production levels and continuity through the Company.
- Identify, track and report KPI’s and other important information monthly.
- Establish and maintain liaisons with all suppliers, distributors and internal department personnel while providing a high level of customer service.
- Receive, process and enter sales orders and sample request from distributors. Maintain tracking of all shipments from order through delivery.
- Support the internal and external audit process for manufacturing to ensure compliance with organizational standards.
- Partner with CFO on budgeting and production management responsibilities.
- Monitor production to ensure that quality, productivity, and cost standards are maintained.
- Monitor and continuously improve the quality of our products and responsiveness to our customers’ needs as directed.
- Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and ensure enforcement of safety standards.
- Promote a culture of transparency, over communication, teamwork, and accountability.
Knowledge & Skills
Work Experience, Skills and Education Required:
- BS/BA in a related discipline required.
- 8-10 years of Manufacturing including management for regulated aseptically processed media-fill products.
- Knowledge of supply chain operations including international and US shipping.
- Possess a proven track record of achievement in a manufacturing environment.
- Motivated leader that can inspire others; you respect your commitments and are able to obtain optimal results from your team.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to communicate well at all levels of the organization as well as with trade partners and building departments.
- Ability to express information clearly and concisely.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors.
- Understands business implications of decisions and demonstrates knowledge of market and competition.
- Ability to work independently in planning, organizing, and coordinating work assignment.
- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
- Always maintain professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and sensitivity to portray the company in a positive manner.
- Supports organization's goals and values.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
GRN West Palm Beach
9897 Lake Worth Road, Suite 202
Lake Worth, FL 33467 USA
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