FUJIFILM Biotechnologies · 2 weeks ago
Senior Director, Process Engineering & Maintenance
FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is building the future of bioproduction in Holly Springs, North Carolina. The Senior Director, Process Engineering & Maintenance is responsible for managing the start-up of a $2 billion project, leading process engineering and maintenance organizations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to ensure operational excellence and client satisfaction.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develops strategies to ensure successful ramp-up of facility, meeting client expectations and operational excellence
Builds and leads a high-performing Process Engineering & Maintenance team fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and dedication to achieving successful facility start-up and ramp-up to client expectations
Ensures the optimization, design and implementation of manufacturing processes and equipment
Manages technology transfer from customers to large scale manufacturing
Builds robust operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize performance
Ensures project implementation is well received throughout the organization by effectively communicating updates and changes
Develops functional strategies and objectives that align with organizational goals
Ensures all specifications and requirements are review and approved by the SME, responsible engineer (RE), or Manufacturing
Enforces adhere to project plans, strategies, and timeline ensuring successful execution
Optimizes tasks and overall workload for the FUJIFILM team and consultants, as needed
Encourages a culture that prioritizes continuous learning and development, including coaching and mentoring to ensure the team is positioned for long-term success
Evaluates the teams’ performance and implements measures to improve productivity and engagement to develop high-potential employees
Participates in the recruitment process and retention strategies to attract and retain talent, as needed
Performs other duties, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in life science or engineering related field with 12+ years of experience in a similar role in a large biotech / pharma environment; or
Master's degree in life sciences or engineering with 8+ years of experience in a similar role in a large biotech / pharma environment
10+ years of people management, leadership & team management experience
6+ years of experience in biotech / pharma manufacturing operations
Experience working in a changing, project-driven organization
Experience in a CGMP facility or working with FDA regulations
Preferred
Prior experience in a similar role in large projects from conceptual design phase to operations
4+ years of experience leading and developing leaders
Experience leading manufacturing or technical departments
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage with the option of a Health Savings Account with company contributions
An industry leading 401(k) savings plan
Insurance coverage
Employee assistance programs
Various wellness incentives
Paid vacation time
Sick time
Company holidays
Company
FUJIFILM Biotechnologies
For over 30 years, FUJIFILM Biotechnologies' mission has been advancing tomorrow’s medicine.
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