Formulations Manufacturing Manager

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

As part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, this role contributes to the company’s mission of helping customers make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. The Formulations Manufacturing Manager guides a collaborative team producing pharmaceutical and diagnostic products, ensuring high quality and compliance with cGMP standards and regulatory requirements. The manager supports operational excellence through resource management, process optimization, and continuous improvement, and collaborates across teams to meet production goals, maintain quality, and deliver products on time. The role also supports a culture of safety, quality, and innovation while developing team members’ capabilities and fostering engagement. The work is performed in a manufacturing environment that includes cleanroom requirements, machinery noise, strong odors, hazardous or toxic materials, and PPE use. The position’s schedule is listed as standard Monday through Friday, although the posting also states that the manager must be able to work various shifts, including nights and weekends, as business needs require. Relocation assistance is not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Employment is contingent on successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, including a background check and drug screening, in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

Requirements

Advanced degree plus 6 years of experience, or a bachelor’s degree plus 8 years of experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment; pharmaceutical or diagnostic manufacturing experience is preferred.
At least 3 years of demonstrated management or leadership experience supervising manufacturing teams.
Strong understanding of cGMP regulations, quality systems, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Demonstrated success in operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
Experience with manufacturing documentation, batch record review, and change control processes.
Ability to conduct investigations, implement CAPAs, and support quality improvements.
Strong project management and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities.
Skills in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Office suite, and quality management software.
Ability to work in cleanroom environments and comply with gowning requirements.
Physical capability to stand for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
Ability to work various shifts, including nights and weekends, as business needs require.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
Successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, including a background check and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Preferred fields of study include Chemistry, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related scientific or technical field.
Experience in pharmaceutical or diagnostic manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Guide a collaborative team in manufacturing high-quality pharmaceutical and diagnostic products.
Ensure compliance with cGMP standards and regulatory requirements.
Manage resources effectively and support operational excellence.
Optimize processes and lead or support continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate across teams to meet production goals, maintain quality standards, and deliver products on time.
Support a culture of safety, quality, and innovation.
Develop team members’ capabilities and foster engagement.
Manage manufacturing documentation, review batch records, and support change control processes.
Conduct investigations, implement CAPAs, and support quality improvements.