Site Leader - Westborough

Danaher Corporation•Westborough, MA

About The Position

Be part of something altogether life-changing! Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies. At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40+ countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity – so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term. Forming part of the Biotechnology segment at Danaher, we bring together dedicated technical expertise and talent to develop the next generation of life-changing therapeutics. This role sits in the Resins, Filtration and Media (RFM) Operating Company within Cytiva. The Opportunity: The Site Leader is responsible for overseeing all aspects of production and operations at the manufacturing facility. This individual will play a key role in driving Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork. We are looking for a commercial results-oriented leader with a proven track record of success in leading operations to peak performance. Adept at developing and implementing strategic initiatives that drive efficiency, improve processes, and enhance overall business performance. Known for a collaborative leadership style that fosters cross-functional teamwork and achieves organizational goals. This Leader will drive the Danaher culture and promote excellence and engagement through the application of Danaher Business System (DBS) including safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and profitability. This individual will report directly to VP Manufacturing & Operations, RFM.

Requirements

Relevant Scientific/Engineering/Manufacturing/ Business degree
10 years’ experience in Manufacturing in an international matrix environment in Pharma, Life Science, Diagnostics industry, within a lean manufacturing environment
Proven people leadership experience with the ability to drive high performance, communicate effectively and motivate teams.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross functional teams.
Multicultural mindset with a demonstrated ability to cultivate an inclusive culture keeping associate engagement and development at the heart of how the business wins as a team.
Strategic Planning: Developing and implementing strategies to optimize production processes, minimize costs, and enhance overall efficiency and productivity.
Operations Management: Proficiency in managing all aspects of plant operations, including production scheduling, inventory control, quality assurance, maintenance, and safety compliance.
Problem-solving Skills: Aptitude for identifying issues, analyzing root causes, and implementing effective solutions to address challenges that arise in the manufacturing process.
Financial Acumen: Understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis to ensure the plant operates within budgetary constraints while maximizing profitability.
Continuous Improvement: Commitment to implementing lean manufacturing principles and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes, reduce waste, and increase productivity. Understands the eight wastes as defined by the Toyota Production System.
Quality Management: Ensuring products meet or exceed quality standards through effective quality control measures such as PFMEA and manufacturing control plans as well as adherence to regulatory requirements.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication abilities to liaise with various stakeholders, including senior management, employees, suppliers, customers and union members, fostering collaboration and alignment towards common goals.
Risk Management: Ability to identify potential risks to operations and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring business continuity and minimizing disruptions.
Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with modern manufacturing technologies and automation systems to leverage advancements in equipment and software for improved efficiency and competitiveness.
People Development: Dedication to employee training, development, and empowerment to build a skilled and motivated workforce capable of achieving performance targets and driving organizational success.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with relevant health, safety, environmental, and labor regulations to maintain a safe and ethical work environment and protect the company's reputation.

Responsibilities

Ensure the efficient operation of the plant, including planning, scheduling, manufacturing, maintenance, engineering, materials management, warehouse/logistics, quality and safety.
Manage the plant within budget, including expenses related to labor, materials, tooling, supplies, equipment, and maintenance.
Work with the commercial teams to understand demand and create actions accordingly as well as working with cross-functional teams to drive new products into manufacturing.
Ensure compliance with local safety regulations and promote a culture of safety, responsible for implementing and maintaining safety protocols to protect both employees and the environment.
Ensure that environmental regulations and good practices are adhered to.
External customer audits and meetings/commitments with regulatory agencies
Successfully implement the use of Danaher Business System to continuously drive improvements.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity through efficient daily visual management.
Actively seeks out opportunities outside the plant to further develop the site and continue to grow.
Lead monthly site level operating reviews focused on KPI and financial performance.
Provide strong leadership, clear direction, and robust operational oversight to all plant associates, fostering a high‑performance and engaged culture focused on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Accelerate talent management to ensure the continued development for direct reports.
Partner closely with the human resources organization in developing organizational capabilities through succession planning, organizational assessment, identification of key skill gaps, talent acquisition and talent development strategies that link with business goals.
Communicate values, strategies, and objectives within the plant.
Effectively communicate with various stakeholders, including leadership teams, associates, suppliers, and customers.