Director, Operational Excellence

Lonza Group

Walkersville, MD, US
Base: $155,000.00 - $265,000.00; bonus: performanc...
Onsite (5 days per week)
10+ years operations leadership experience
Lean six sigma black belt certification preferred
Deep expertise in biologics manufacturing cgmp
Lonza Group is seeking a Director of Operational Excellence in Walkersville, MD, to lead Lean Transformation initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The role requires extensive experience in operations and manufacturing leadership, with a focus on developing organizational capability and driving strategic projects

Job Summary

  • The Director of Operational Excellence plays a pivotal role in leading the site's Lean Transformation and driving a culture of continuous improvement at the Walkersville facility.
  • This senior leader is responsible for building organizational capability, empowering teams to eliminate waste, and creating sustainable value while ensuring alignment with global enterprise goals.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including performance-related bonuses, medical coverage, and a 401k plan, with a base salary range of $155,000 to $265,000.

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Lonza Group is seeking a Director of Operational Excellence in Walkersville, MD, to lead Lean Transformation initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The role requires extensive experience in operations and manufacturing leadership, with a focus on developing organizational capability and driving strategic projects.

Salary

Base: $155,000.00 - $265,000.00; Bonus: Performance-related bonus included; Benefits: Medical, dental, 401k, life insurance, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years operations leadership experience
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred
  • Deep expertise in biologics manufacturing cGMP
  • Strategic oversight of OPEX and CAPEX projects
  • Experience with Lonza Business Management System

Nice-to-have

  • MBA degree preferred
  • Succession potential for Site Head role
  • Cross-site learning and deployment support
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills
  • Data-based decision-making models

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years relevant work experience
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or Operations Management
  • In-depth knowledge of biologics/pharma cGMP frameworks
  • Proven success leading large-scale Lean Transformations
  • Strong background in operational and CAPEX project governance

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