Production Director Biopharma Hungary
Job Summary
We are exclusively partnering with a dynamic transformation-driven manufacturing organization to identify a seasoned Production Director to lead the site.
This role is a key member of the site leadership team playing a critical part in driving operational excellence leading organizational transformation and delivering on strategic objectives. It presents an exciting opportunity for a leader who thrives in complex environments and is motivated to shape and elevate performance during periods of change.
Responsibilities:
This role is a key member of the site leadership team playing a critical part in driving operational excellence leading organizational transformation and delivering on strategic objectives. It presents an exciting opportunity for a leader who thrives in complex environments and is motivated to shape and elevate performance during periods of change.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and transform the manufacturing organization building a strong performance and accountability culture
- Implement robust management systems ensuring clear visibility of operational and financial performance enabling objective data-driven decisions
- Drive strict cost control optimizing the balance between volume cost headcount and efficiency improvements
- Own the manufacturing budget and actively contribute to forecasting and strategic planning
- Identify and eliminate inefficiencies and duplication driving continuous improvement and innovation
- Optimize production footprint and maximize output from existing technologies
- Lead value stream initiatives tech transfers and the implementation of Operational Excellence tools
- Bring an external perspective challenge the status quoand introduce best practices
- Lead developand motivate a high-performing team through a period of transformation
- University degree preferably in Life Sciences Engineeringor Economics
- Minimum 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical chemicalor food & beverage manufacturing environments as Production Manager Plant Manager Quality Manager MSAT or OPEX Manager etc.
- Proven track record in progressive operational leadership roles within complex manufacturing settings
- Strong understanding of aseptic manufacturing processes
- Solid knowledge of tank-based technologies including awareness of common operational challenges and risks
- Demonstrated capability to lead and execute organizational transformation initiatives
- Transparent empowering leadership style with the ability to build trust and accountability
- Proactive hands-on approach with a strong drive for results and continuous improvement
Required Experience:
Director