Director, Production

Bachem AG•Torrance, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Production oversees all production operations within their department to ensure deadlines are met and projects are completed within the operational budget. The Director of Production oversees all assigned personnel. The incumbent will select, hire and train new employees and contribute to appointing managers and supervisors; routinely evaluate team members to ensure standards of performance are met and assign responsibilities for each project. The Director of Production implements quality-control programs and policies, routinely analyzes production budgets, and makes changes as necessary. Throughout the production process, the Director oversees the process to ensure safety procedures are followed and performance goals are met. The Director of Production also creates production reports for review by top executives.

Requirements

PhD in Chemistry / Biological Chemistry / Chemical Engineering or related field with 5+ years relevant experience or Master's Degree in Chemistry / Biological Chemistry / Chemical Engineering with 10+ years relevant experience or Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry / Biological Chemistry / Chemical Engineering with 15+ years relevant experience
Experience managing large teams of 20+ people in a cGMP environment
Peptide and/or oligo nucleotide manufacturing experience in upstream or downstream manufacturing
Strong knowledge of chemistry, biological chemistry & chemical engineering along with cGMP manufacturing focus
Proficient with large scale manufacturing and process development
Proficient with various in-process analytical methods
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to effectively organize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environment
Ability to communicate in a proactive and solution-focused manner, including keeping management aware of potential issues
Detail oriented with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical and analytical problems
Ability to work independently and manage one’s time
Communicate effectively and ability to function well in a team environment

Responsibilities

Lead a team of production managers, chemists, and technicians in the day-to-day manufacturing of peptides and oligonucleotides
Monitor production activities and adjust schedule to ensure on-time delivery
Develop process improvements to optimize production speed and quality
Establish and enforce production and quality standards
Motivate team members to deliver exceptional work and exceed expectations
Organize job trainings for team members to achieve business objectives
Maintain all production-related documentation for future reference purposes
Ensure that final product meets quality standards and customer specifications
Understand customer requirements and prepare production plan accordingly
Create, update and implement policies and procedures for manufacturing
Evaluate new equipment and technologies
Enforce cGMP guidelines
Maintain a clean and safe work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of control points, equipment and resources
Maintain compliance with established safety policies and written procedures
Develop growth opportunities for employees
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, benchmarking state-of-the-art industry practices, and participating in professional societies
Ensure that reporting employees receive adequate environmental, health and safety training
Ensure that any operating or occupational accidents and incidents involving employees reporting to you are properly recorded and investigated to a productive conclusion. This includes ensuring employees are appropriately monitored and managed to address unacceptable levels of performance
Ensure a positive safety culture is developed within the area, and is supported by robust safety processes in accordance with industry standards and legislation
Ensure safety arrangements are adhered to and protect the health and safety of employees, visitors, contractors, and the public