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Associate Director, Drug Product

Job Location:

Holly Springs, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 26 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 23 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Position Overview

Lead the launch of a world-class 24/7 drug product manufacturing operation. As Associate Director Drug Product Manufacturing you will build and lead a new organization to achieve GMP readiness onboard customers and drive operational excellence across formulation aseptic filling wash and sterilization inspection and support. If you thrive on creating high-performing teams shaping culture and delivering results in a dynamic environment this role is for you.

Company Overview

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is building the future of bioproduction in Holly Springs North Carolina. By end of 2025 well open North Americas largest end-to-end CDMO biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility offering drug substance production fill-finish and packaging under one roof.

Were looking for passionate mission-driven people to help us realize this exciting vision and deliver the next vaccine cure or therapy. We offer a dynamic work environment and were proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your purpose energy and drivewhat we call Genki. Ready to shape the future of medicine Lets transform healthcare together!

Holly Springs North Carolina combines small-town warmth with proximity to Raleighs thriving tech scene making it the perfect blend of community and opportunity.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare electronics business innovation and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of giving our world more smiles. Visit: Description

About Us We are a growing biopharmaceutical manufacturing site committed to quality safety and customer success. Our teams work around the clock to deliver life-impacting drug products. Youll join a global collaborative environment grounded in strong leadership principles an End-to-End (E2E) mindset and a focus on continuous improvement. We value inclusive leadership clear communication and accountabilitywhile empowering our people to do their best work.

Responsibilities During Project Phase

Create own and track execution of the Operational Readiness Plan for Drug Product manufacturing including:
Developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Building detailed project timelines
Developing the staffing plan
Establishing and managing budgets

During Project Phase and in Operations

Lead manage and support area managers supervisors and associates with an emphasis on team talent and process development.
Define and own business processes for Drug Product functions including Formulation Aseptic Filling and Manual/Automated Visual Inspection.
Provide subject matter expertise on Drug Product Manufacturing for risk assessments (e.g. FMEA QRA) and operations.
Champion best practice sharing and continuous improvement across Drug Product operations.
Provide input and support for robust deviation investigations; own CAPAs and oversee process monitoring.
Manage departmental budgeting and monitor overall fiscal performance for the functional area.
Establish track and drive KPIs for the Drug Product team to ensure performance to plan.
Develop own and maintain the staffing plan aligned to operational needs and growth.
Collaborate with other FDB locations and clients to align on commitments and deliverables.
Evaluate assess and develop timelines; communicate clearly to relevant stakeholders.
Support a 24/7 manufacturing facility; flexibility with working hours may be required.
Travel up to 025% as business needs require.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelors Degree
7 years of direct Drug Product operations experience
10 years in the pharmaceutical industry
Previous experience leading and developing leaders (Managers / Supervisors)

Preferred Education Requirements

Bachelors degree in STEM
10 Years direct Drug Product with hands on experience
Prior experience in client interface

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated experience in team management and problem solving
Strong facilitation skills and proven leadership of cross-functional teams
Proven track record for implementation within established deadlines
Ability to interpret technical information and documentation used for operations and production activities
Experience managing diverse stakeholders with strong interpersonal and influencing skills; effective communicator
Practical demonstrable knowledge of cGMP and compliance regulations
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to negotiate and resolve challenges with diplomacy

Job Scope and Impact

Works on issues requiring conceptual thinking and deep knowledge of organizational objectives; problems may be ambiguous and lack established direction.
Implements policies and selects methods techniques and evaluation criteria to achieve results.
Drives strategy and success of larger projects that contribute to multiple areas of the organization.
Decisions carry significant impact on schedules and unit operations and may affect broader business activities; impacts short-term (less than one year) results.
Interacts regularly with lower and senior management across several functions and with customers; persuades and influences in complex sensitive situations.
Manages activities of two or more disciplines or a department; oversees experienced professionals and may manage subordinate managers; advises teams on moderately complex matters.

Reporting Structure

Approximately 3 direct reports
Approximately 80 indirect reports

Competitive compensation with potential incentives aligned to site and individual performance
Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
Retirement savings plan with employer support
Generous paid time off and company holidays
Flexible work scheduling within a 24/7 operational environment where business needs allow
Professional development leadership training and mentorship opportunities
Inclusive culture with employee resource groups and recognition programs
Opportunities to lead high-impact initiatives and shape site-wide processes

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If youre energized by building teams scaling manufacturing operations and delivering for patients and customers we encourage you to apply.

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committedto providing equal opportunities in hiring promotion and advancement compensation benefits and training regardless of nationality age gender sexual orientation or gender identity race ethnicity religion political creed ideology national or social origin disability veteran status etc.

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application interviewing completing any pre-employment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to our HR Department ().

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