Manager, Operations at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Greenville, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
Life Sciences, Biotechnology, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Operations Management is preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing, including 2+ years in a leadership role
  • Experience with manufacturing and quality systems preferred
  • Knowledge of lean or process improvement tools desired
  • Strong understanding of GMP, GDP, and safety standards
  • Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP OF ANY KIND NOW OR IN THE FUTURE
  • Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen
  • Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
  • Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
  • Compliance with Cleanroom requirements: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc. allowed; no contact lens allowed (prescriptive glasses will be provided)
  • Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the Operations Support organization, including Deviation Management, Batch Record Review, Process Improvement, and Learning & Development teams
  • Ensure all operational support activities meet cGMP, GDP, and internal quality and safety requirements
  • Oversee the deviation management process, ensuring timely investigations, robust root cause analysis, and effective CAPA implementation
  • Direct the batch record review process to ensure accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement in documentation practices
  • Drive a culture of continuous improvement by implementing Practical Process Improvement (PPi), Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies
  • Analyze process and quality performance metrics to identify trends and drive proactive improvement initiatives
  • Oversee the design, delivery, and evaluation of operations training programs to ensure workforce capability and compliance
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and HR to align support activities with site priorities and strategic goals
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management to build a high performing, engaged team
  • Represent Operations Support in site leadership forums and act as a key driver for operational excellence and employee development initiatives
  • Provide leadership and strategic direction for teams that drive efficient, compliant, and continuously improving manufacturing operations

Skills

Deviation Management
Batch Record Review
Process Improvement
GMP
Manufacturing Operations
Operations Leadership
PPE
Cleanroom Protocols

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Provides life sciences products and services

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a variety of products and services that support scientific research and healthcare, including laboratory equipment, reagents, and software solutions. Their products are used in applications like protein biology, real-time PCR, and sequencing, serving clients such as academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Unlike competitors, Thermo Fisher emphasizes customer support and education, helping clients optimize their experiments. The company's goal is to be a leading provider of life sciences solutions that contribute to a healthier and safer world.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1956Year Founded
$17MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition in single-use bioprocessing may impact market share.
Sale of anatomical pathology business could create a temporary product gap.
Investment in miDiagnostics may face regulatory challenges affecting returns.

Differentiation

Thermo Fisher offers a comprehensive range of life sciences products and services.
Their well-known brands include Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, and Invitrogen.
They provide strong customer support and educational resources to optimize client workflows.

Upsides

Expansion of biologics production facility enhances capacity for precision biologics monitoring.
Investment in miDiagnostics aligns with demand for rapid diagnostic solutions in BioPharma.
Collaboration with Mainz Biomed positions them in the growing cancer detection market.

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