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STERLING PHARMA SOLUTIONS Director, Operations - Sterling Pharma S in GERMANTOWN, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Summary of Role The Director of Operations is responsible for leading 24/7 manufacturing operations at the Germantown API site, driving a culture of safety, quality, reliability, and continuous improvement. This role ensures operational excellence through strong execution, disciplined performance management, and development of high-performing teams. As a member of the site leadership team, the Director of Operations partners cross-functionally to deliver right-first-time production, schedule adherence, and cost-effective manufacturing performance. This leader balances hands-on operational oversight with continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen site capability and customer satisfaction. Essential Functions Operational Leadership * Lead all manufacturing operations across a 24/7 production environment. * Drive a safety-first, quality-focused culture embedded in daily operations. * Sets and upholds a standard of execution and accountability within the teams that extends throughout the site in its influence. * Lead operational tier meetings to ensure alignment, escalation, and issue resolution. * Ensure equipment readiness, facility cleanliness, and proper function of reactors, transfer lines, and control systems. * Maintain organized and disciplined workflow across production areas. Performance & Continuous Improvement * Drive improvements in yields, cycle times, throughput, and waste reduction. * Ensure schedule adherence and on-time delivery performance. * Manage operating budget and drive cost efficiency aligned with site financial goals. * Champion continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence methodologies. * Partner with IBP and Value Stream teams to align executional plans and resource allocation. Compliance & Quality * Ensure compliance with cGMP, OSHA, FDA, and all regulatory requirements. * Lead investigations and implement effective corrective and preventive actions. * Maintain inspection readiness at all times. * Ensure accurate and timely documentation of manufacturing activities. Talent & Leadership * Directly lead supervisors and managers within Manufacturing. * Attract, develop, and retain high-performing talent. * Coach and mentor leaders to strengthen bench strength and succession planning. * Reinforce company values and operational discipline across teams. Cross-Functional Collaboration * Partner with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Technical, and Commercial teams to support customer requirements. * Provide operational input into technical proposals and project planning. * Support readiness for new product introductions and scale-up activities. Key Competencies * Strong knowledge of cGMP and API manufacturing operations. * Working knowledge of OSHA, FDA, and EHS requirements. * Demonstrated success leading manufacturing teams in a regulated environment. * Strong operational and financial acumen. * Proven ability to drive measurable performance improvements. * Effective communicator with strong organizational and documentation skills. * Hands-on leadership style with high accountability. Education and Experience * Bachelor\'s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering required. * 10+ years of progressive experience in API or pharmaceutical manufacturing. * 5+ years of leadership experience in plant or manufacturing management. * Contract manufacturing experience strongly preferred. Travel Requirement * Up to 10% travel required. Other Qualifications, Skills and Abilities * This position is not eligible for a flexible schedule. * This position is not eligible for remote / hybrid work location. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perfo To view the full job description please use the link below. https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjk0OTk0Ljg3NzBAc3Rlcmxpbm wc2xjb21wLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjk0OTk0Ljg3NzBAc3Rlcmxpbmdwc2xjb21wLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ