Manufacturing Operations Director (2 positions available)

We are excited to invite applications for the role of Manufacturing Operations Director at our state-of-the-art facility in Dunboyne, a cutting-edge space that fosters collaboration and integrates advanced technology. It provides biologics drug substance and cell banking manufacturing for clinical supply, registration, and commercial launch. This is a unique opportunity to lead clinical and commercial Biologics manufacturing while ensuring operational excellence.

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation to carry out the following:

• Managing operations in a modern facility, ensuring efficient staff movement across various manufacturing processes.
• Planning and directing production activities to align with established policies and objectives.
• Serving on the Site Leadership Team to drive site and organizational priorities.
• Ensuring smooth technology transfers and stable start-ups for clinical and commercial batches.
• Promoting a strong compliance culture, focusing on safety, quality, and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Maintaining permanent inspection readiness and achieving production milestones through effective planning.
• Establishing and delivering key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production efficiency and quality.
• Applying Lean principles to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Developing and empowering a diverse operations team to become strong leaders.
• Staying updated on emerging technologies to enhance manufacturing processes.
• Managing financial forecasts and resource needs to optimize departmental performance.

What skills you will need:

In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:

• General Competencies
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to foster a high-performance culture.
• A commitment to continuous learning and team development.
• Innovative thinking with excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams and building diverse talent.
• Ability to influence across various organizational levels and external partners.
• Strong communication skills and a proven track record of delivering results.
• Technical Competencies
• Experience in manufacturing and technical operations, with a focus on Operational Excellence, Six Sigma, and Lean methodologies.
• Knowledge of Biologics drug substance manufacturing, particularly upstream processes.
• Familiarity with global health authority regulations and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Experience engaging with regulatory agencies and managing inspections.
• Minimum Education and Experience
• A degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience in a cross-functional environment, including direct or indirect people management.
• Relevant experience in biotech, vaccines, or pharmaceutical manufacturing.