Director, Chemical Technical Operations, North America External Manufacturing

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp

Base: $173,200.00 - $272,600.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid
Technical operations leadership
External contract manufacturing oversight
Gmp compliance and regulatory requirements
The Director leads the Technical Operations team to support the manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients at external contract facilities in North America

Job Summary

  • The Director leads the Technical Operations team to support the manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients at external contract facilities in North America.
  • This role requires developing a high-performance organization that leverages operational excellence methodologies to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Candidates will receive a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and eligibility for annual bonuses and long-term incentives.

Matching Summary

The Director leads the Technical Operations team to support the manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients at external contract facilities in North America.

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

  • Technical Operations leadership
  • External contract manufacturing oversight
  • GMP compliance and regulatory requirements
  • Process scale-up and validation
  • API supply chain management

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with biocatalysts and flow chemistry
  • Knowledge of highly potent compound processing
  • Sterile or low bioburden manufacturing expertise
  • Proactive process monitoring capabilities
  • Cross-functional strategic initiative execution

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field with 10+ years experience
  • Master's degree with 7+ years relevant pharmaceutical industry experience
  • PhD with 5+ years relevant pharmaceutical industry experience
  • Leadership experience in Technical Operations or Manufacturing
  • 25% travel requirement

Work Rights

Not specified

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