Sr. Director Operations And Site Leader

Thermo Fisher Scientific UK

Pleasanton, California, United States
Base: $210,200.00–$315,275.00; bonus/equity: eligi...
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7-10 years operations leadership experience
Full p&l responsibility for manufacturing
Lean manufacturing and practical process improvement
** Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Senior Director of Operations and Site Leader for its Pleasanton, California campus, which is focused on molecular testing and life sciences manufacturing. The role requires extensive experience in operations leadership, strategic execution, and a commitment to operational excellence in a matrixed environment. **

Job Summary

  • The Senior Director is responsible for overall operational performance, strategic execution, and cultural leadership at the Pleasanton campus with full accountability for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and compliance.
  • This role drives operational excellence through Practical Process Improvement (PPI) while managing a $900M annual revenue portfolio serving global academic, biopharma, and clinical diagnostic markets.
  • Candidates will lead a high-performing team of over 650 employees across a matrixed environment, fostering a culture of safety, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Matching Summary

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** Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Senior Director of Operations and Site Leader for its Pleasanton, California campus, which is focused on molecular testing and life sciences manufacturing. The role requires extensive experience in operations leadership, strategic execution, and a commitment to operational excellence in a matrixed environment. **

Salary

Base: $210,200.00–$315,275.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for variable annual bonus based on performance; Benefits: Comprehensive Total Rewards including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), ESPP, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7-10 years operations leadership experience
  • Full P&L responsibility for manufacturing
  • Lean manufacturing and Practical Process Improvement
  • ISO13485 and ISO18385 regulatory compliance
  • GMP adherence and safety standards

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in oligonucleotide manufacturing
  • Background in molecular diagnostics or sequencing
  • Data-driven decision making capabilities
  • Matrixed enterprise organization leadership
  • Automation and digitization initiative experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree preferred; MBA advanced qualification preferred
  • 7-10 years progressive operations leadership in complex manufacturing
  • Deep knowledge of Lean manufacturing and PPI methodologies
  • Strong financial acumen including AOP development and capital planning

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