Director, Operational Excellence- Cell Therapy Manufacturing

AstraZeneca

Base: $148k-$222k annually; bonus/equity: eligible...
Not specified (assumed hybrid or onsite based on industry standards).
Lean six sigma black belt certification
10+ years gmp manufacturing experience
Value stream mapping and hoshin deployment
AstraZeneca is seeking a Director of Operational Excellence for its Cell Therapy Manufacturing division. The role involves leading the operational excellence agenda, focusing on waste elimination, productivity improvement, and compliance within a complex matrix environment

Job Summary

  • This role leads the network-wide operational excellence agenda for AstraZeneca's autologous Cell Therapy division, focusing on eliminating waste across the entire vein-to-vein value stream.
  • The position requires deploying strategy through Hoshin deployment to translate targets like COGM and capacity into a governed portfolio with clear owners and milestones.
  • Candidates must possess recognized Lean Six Sigma Black Belt status and over 10 years of experience in GMP manufacturing to ensure improvements uphold safety and cGMP standards.

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AstraZeneca is seeking a Director of Operational Excellence for its Cell Therapy Manufacturing division. The role involves leading the operational excellence agenda, focusing on waste elimination, productivity improvement, and compliance within a complex matrix environment.

Salary

Base: $148K-$222K annually; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for short-term incentives and equity-based awards; Benefits: Qualified retirement programs, paid time off, health, dental, and vision coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
  • 10+ years GMP manufacturing experience
  • Value stream mapping and Hoshin deployment
  • cGMP and data integrity expertise
  • MES/EBR system knowledge
  • Cross-site program leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Advanced degree in engineering or life sciences
  • Experience with ATMPs and cold-chain logistics
  • Strong influence without authority skills
  • Change leadership capabilities
  • Digital analytics proficiency

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or Life Sciences (advanced preferred)
  • 10+ years in GMP manufacturing
  • 5+ years leading programs
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent
  • Expertise in cGMP and data integrity

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