Director, Chemical Technical Operations, North America External Manufacturing

Merck & Co., Inc.

North America, US
Base: $173,200.00 - $272,600.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid
10 years pharmaceutical industry experience
Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering
Gmp compliance and regulatory oversight
The Director leads the Technical Operations team to support the manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients at external contract facilities across North America

Job Summary

  • The Director leads the Technical Operations team to support the manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients at external contract facilities across North America.
  • This role requires developing a high-performance organization that leverages operational excellence methodologies to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Candidates will benefit from a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), 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 across 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

  • 10 years pharmaceutical industry experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering
  • GMP compliance and regulatory oversight
  • External contract manufacturing management
  • Process scale-up and validation leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with biocatalysts and flow chemistry
  • Familiarity with highly potent compound processing
  • Sterile filling and low bioburden manufacturing knowledge
  • Proactive process monitoring expertise
  • Cross-functional strategic initiative leadership

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years relevant pharmaceutical experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Biochemical Engineering
  • Leadership experience in Technical Operations or Manufacturing
  • US work authorization required (no visa sponsorship)

Work Rights

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only

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