Director of Operations
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ATS Scientific Products is searching for a Director of Operations to join the team!
TheDirector of Operations will lead all aspects of the Scientific Products Warminster PA Pharmaceutical equipment manufacturing business. This role comprises the operational leadership of the facility with direct responsibility for Mechanical/Electrical/Software Engineering Manufacturing Operations and the Project Management Office (PMO).
The role includes indirect oversight of Safety Supply Chain Materials Quality and Manufacturing Engineering. The Director will champion lean manufacturing modular design design for manufacturability (DFM) ISO quality systems Current Good Manufacturing Practices in pharmaceutical (cGMP) and a robust safety culture. This role requires a leader adept at managing complex capital equipment projects driving operational excellence and fostering cross-functional collaboration to meet customer and business objectives.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
Engineering of complex customizable lyophilization equipment (aseptic and non-aseptic)
Manufacturing Daily Operations
Project Management Office (PMO)
Continuous improvement application (ATS Business Model) and creation of CI culture
Supply Chain Buying/Planning
Full P&L and working capital management
Developing and coaching high performing leadership team
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct the engineering team in designing modular scalable and manufacturable lyophilization equipment emphasizing DFM and compliance with ASME pressure vessel standards.
Oversee the production of engineer-to-order and configure to order equipment ensuring adherence to specifications safety standards and delivery schedules.
Oversee the Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure effective planning execution and delivery of complex custom capital equipment projects meeting customer specifications timelines and budgets.
Implement robust project management methodologies to track progress mitigate risks and ensure alignment with cGMP practices for design and build processes.
Rigorously apply the ATS Business Model (ABM) throughout the business while ensuring sustainable results from each tool and event
Collaborate with Supply Chain teams to ensure timely availability of high-quality components optimizing inventory and supplier relationships.
Own and deliver the full P&L commitments for the Warminster business
Create followership with the Warminster leadership teams in Engineering Manufacturing and the PMO and build a talent bench of successors in key and critical roles throughout the business to drive greater results
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors degree in Engineering Manufacturing Operations Management or a related field; MBA preferred.
10 years of progressive leadership experience in operations with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within a manufacturing environment focused on complex capital equipment. Proven expertise in lean manufacturing modular design DFM and ASME pressure vessel standards.
Minimum 10 years of experience where there was a formal continuous improvement system (TPS etc.) in place which included the following CI tools: Goal/Policy Deployment Kaizen 5S Problem Solving Daily Visual Management etc.
Strong knowledge of ISO quality systems cGMP practices in Pharmaceutical and regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical/biotech equipment.
5 years experience with budgeting and financial statement ownership (profit & loss)
Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams including project management engineering and manufacturing.
Experience fostering a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with OSHA and industry standards.
Exceptional leadership communication and problem-solving skills with a track record of driving operational excellence.
Proficiency in ERP systems project management tools and operational analytics.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced customer-focused environment with a commitment to quality and innovation.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment including occasional lifting standing and walking.
Willingness to travel as needed (up to 10%)
Preferred Skills:
Lean certification or Six Sigma Black Belt.
Experience in lyophilization or pharmaceutical equipment manufacturing.
Why Scientific Products The three parallelograms in our logo reflect our core company values: People Process and Performance. As part of ATS Scientific Products leverages the ATS Business Model (ABM) to train develop engage empower and energize our people to make impactful changes in the organization. Our relentless focus on people is what continues to set us apart as a great place to build a career.
We provide a wide range of innovative and high-quality scientific products that improve peoples lives
We offer a robust health and welfare benefits package that includes Life Health Dental Vision
We offer 401(K) including company match Paid Time Off annually Paid Holidays
You will enjoy career Advancement Opportunities and Tuition Assistance to help you achieve your goals and continue your career growth
EEO and Affirmative Action Statement:
SP is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis and takes affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. It is our policy to provide our employees and applicants with equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws and not to discriminate on the basis of race color religion ancestry national origin age marital status sex gender identification sexual orientation genetic information political belief pregnancy citizenship handicap or disability status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws. SPs Affirmative Action Plan is available through the HR Department and may be accessed during normal business hours.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision:
SP will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
