Director, Operations - Bottles & Blisters (ipt)

Merck & Co., Inc.

Rahway, NJ, USA
Base: $173,200.00 - $272,600.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid
Minimum eight years industry experience
Minimum five years operations management
Strong knowledge of cgmp and regulatory compliance
The Director serves as the business unit leader for the Bottles & Blisters Integrated Process Team, overseeing primary and secondary packaging operations to support a wide range of company products

Job Summary

  • The Director serves as the business unit leader for the Bottles & Blisters Integrated Process Team, overseeing primary and secondary packaging operations to support a wide range of company products.
  • This role is accountable for setting strategic direction and day-to-day operational priorities while maintaining the highest standards of Quality, Environmental Health & Safety, and regulatory compliance.
  • The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual bonus, long-term incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Matching Summary

The Director serves as the business unit leader for the Bottles & Blisters Integrated Process Team, overseeing primary and secondary packaging operations to support a wide range of company products.

Salary

Base: $173,200.00 - $272,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Minimum eight years industry experience
  • Minimum five years operations management
  • Strong knowledge of cGMP and regulatory compliance
  • Experience managing multi-layered organizations
  • Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in Science or Engineering
  • Experience licensing new facilities
  • Behavioral coaching and consequence management tools
  • Project management skills for capital projects
  • Familiarity with FDA and EMA inspections

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering
  • 8+ years industry experience across multiple functions
  • 5+ years operations experience managing multi-layered orgs
  • Working knowledge of cGMP requirements
  • Willingness to work irregular hours for multi-shift ops

Work Rights

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only

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