Director, Manufacturing

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Manufacturing. This position creates and directs an integrated team that provides superior products and service to Bio-Rad life science’s customers worldwide. Works closely with other Operations and business leaders to ensure development and execution of business processes, including order fulfillment, materials management, quality, engineering, manufacturing, and new product development and transfer. Provides leadership for customer satisfaction, process and cost improvement, flexibility, innovation, regulatory compliance and development of team members through involvement, coaching and empowerment. Develops and implements manufacturing plans in support of the business plan. Decisions and recommendations are made in the face of uncertain and dynamic conditions, where errors in judgment may seriously impact customer or supplier relationships, result in substantial loss of scheduled production, or deterioration of product/service quality.

How You’ll Make An Impact: 

• Leads a high complexity consumables manufacturing plant.
• Develops manufacturing strategies to meet division(s) goals for new products, gross profit margin, inventory and delivery, plant utilization, in source versus outsource decisions, quality and capital investment.
• Establishes cost reduction programs to lower costs, reduce inventory, and improve quality.
• Creates and monitors plant policies to ensure that sales demands are met, safety is maintained and quality standards are enforced to meet ISO 13485 and other quality certification, regulatory and industry requirements.
• Ensures compliance with worldwide regulatory requirements.
• Plays a key role in the division’s P&L deliverables.
• Directs and integrates three or more broad business processes, each focused on providing customer service, through managers with overall responsibility for the direction of assigned groups.
• These key processes are Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Project Management.
• Oversees the coordination of cross functional short/long term strategic and tactical business plans and monitors progress, making adjustments as necessary to maximize business performance at the site.
• Formulates and recommends manufacturing policies, procedures, and programs.
• Takes the lead in creating an environment that encourages the involvement and commitment of everyone in the organization, aligned to satisfying customer needs and achieving business objectives.
• Directs the development of budgets and product/service cost goals for all activities within Manufacturing.
• Monitors and controls budgets through the planned period to ensure that goals are met and variances are controlled.
• Responsible for allocation of resources to support manufacturing activities and division manufacturing projects.
• Determines inventory levels, production plans and priorities.
• Within established guidelines, approves material purchases, capital investment, facility improvement, and operating expenses.
• Monitors operational progress and makes adjustments as needed; reports key metrics to GSC Management.
• Implements new technologies and processes to improve manufacturing efficiencies.
• Leads automation activities to improve plant efficiency.
• Creates and/or oversees quality and continuous improvement activities utilizing quality tools and systems such as Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S with the goal of increasing yields, product quality, delivery performance, customer satisfaction, and reduced costs.
• Partners with Division Management on new product introduction to ensure an efficient and timely launch process through the manufacturing organization.
• Analyzes, resolves, and implements solutions to manufacturing execution issues to ensure a consistent pipeline of manufactured products to meet customer demand.
• Sets operational budgets and controls and analyzes manufacturing operation costs including labor utilization, standard costs, scrap, waste, yields, material usage and rework.
• Establishes and maintains plant policies related to safety, quality standards, production processes necessary to meet ISO and other quality certification, regulatory and industry requirements.
• Ensures that worldwide regulatory compliance for services and manufactured products is achieved at reasonable cost, in order to maintain and enhance competitive advantage.
• Collaborates with other business functions on new product development and effective technology transfer and introduction into manufacturing of new products and processes.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or related field.
• Master’s/PhD or equivalent preferred.
• 18+ years manufacturing production experience or closely related field with experience operating in a regulated environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 15+ years of leadership/management experience.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire large teams.
• Thorough understanding of financial principles related to budgeting, setting standards, and variances and gross margin management to drive sound manufacturing decisions.
• Operational knowledge of LEAN, GMP manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, and other quality tools.
• Experience in setting up production data in ERP systems (experience using SAP highly desirable) and strong PC skills including Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.
• Experienced with/knowledge of quality systems, materials management, production, purchasing, distribution, cost reduction, project management, engineering EH&S, new production introduction, product transfer management, production scale up, and/or planning.
• Proven ability to drive change resulting in multi-million $$ cost savings.
• Proven experience evaluating and implementing large automation projects.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to make sound business decisions.
• Ability to develop subordinate managers and produce high performance teams across multi-departmental organizations.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.

Benefits: We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability,  paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more! 

Compensation: The estimated base salary range for this position is $199,400 to $274,100 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.  

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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