Associate Director Technical Operations (Blister)
Core
Leading technical operations and asset lifecycle management to ensure safe, compliant production of life-saving medications at a pharmaceutical manufacturing site.
Role type
Senior IC technical operations leader (Associate Director)
Builds
Pharmaceutical manufacturing assets (blister packaging lines) and operational excellence programs
Domain
Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Required skills
Asset Lifecycle Management, Change Management, CAPEX Planning, Stakeholder Management, Lean/Six Sigma, Operational Excellence, Team Leadership, Risk Management, Budget Management, Strategic Planning (via careerplan.io/jobs/R414532-1-associate-director-technical-operations-blister-at-msd)
Preferred skills
Experience in pharma/regulated environments, Experience with large technical investment projects
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Develop and execute long-term maintenance strategies to reduce defects and optimize asset lifecycle; Coach and empower a diverse team of direct reports; Act as primary business representative for major technical projects and substantial investments; Critically review technical designs to mitigate risks; Own long-term CAPEX planning and manage OPEX budgets; Drive site-wide improvement programs and foster a culture of operational excellence; Support the strategic direction of the Integrated Process Team as the Director's deputy.
