Title:  Site Director

Job Title: Site Director

Location: Bedford, Ohio

Job Type: Full-time

About Us:

As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates’ purpose is to put better health within reach, every day for millions of patients around the world. We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 760 high-quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. Through our global footprint of 30+ manufacturing plants, 8+ R&D centers, and 9,000+ empowered employees, we are committed to making high-quality medicines accessible to the people who need them.

Description:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are seeking a talented and motivated Site Director. In this role, you will be responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership through subordinate managers. The role is responsible for directing the development, planning, implementation, and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes, and operations for new or existing products and technologies. Ensures the effective use of material, equipment, and personnel in producing quality products. Develops Overhead and Capital Expenditure budgets. Monitors and controls labor and capital expenditures. Ensures that budgets, schedules and performance requirements are met. Formulates and recommends manufacturing policies, procedures, and programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Regular and predictable onsite attendance and punctuality.
• Overall oversight of all operations for Bedford site, including Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering and Maintenance. Includes IV Bag and Lyophilization manufacturing, including batching, filling, inspection and packaging. Optimize throughput, efficiency, labor utilization and capacity to meet demand forecast and customer needs.
• Matrix reporting structure including Quality Assurance, Quality Compliance, Finance and Human Resources to drive cross functional alignment at the Bedford manufacturing facility.
• Responsible for the outgoing quality, safety and efficacy of all finished product, compliance with all applicable specifications, Standard Operating Procedures, FDA regulations (GMP’s) and New Drug Applications.
• Supports the execution of preventative maintenance, calibration program, process improvements and technology upgrades and related Engineering projects to enhance productivity and quality.
• Lead Supply Chain planning, procurement, production scheduling, material management and inventory control to support plant operations to meet monthly and annual Sales Forecast.
• Ensure effective Operations and Quality controls are in place to meet sterile manufacturing requirements.
• Oversee capital project planning, site budgets, site manufacturing schedules and performance requirements are met.
• Improves product quality and cost and reduces customer complaints through a proactive program that includes interaction with internal and external suppliers. Utilizes collected data from customers to enhance perceived product quality.
• Adheres to all environmental, health and safety SOP’s, equipment, policies and procedures, including any department specific requirements.
• Responsible for resolving complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of multiple factors.
• Must execute judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Regularly interacts with senior management or executive levels on matters concerning several functional areas, division, and/or customers. Establishes and maintains an environment that stresses and encourages teamwork.
• Provides leadership in Lean culture.

Qualifications:

We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table. While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them:

• BS in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field; MS preferred
• 5+ years sterile/injectable manufacturing experience
• 5+ years experience leading and managing a team
• Up to 3 years experience with FDA/cGMP compliance and sterile manufacturing practices
• Strong knowledge of IV bag production processes and equipment
• Manufacturing experience of 8 to 10 years
• Strong leadership presences with the ability to influence across functions.
• Ability to manage activities of departments through subordinate managers who exercise full supervision in terms of cost, methods, and employees.
• Ability to interpret and analyze statistical data and financial reports, understand and resolve technical difficulties, interface with internal engineering/technical experts and external technical representatives, and manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing environment setting.
• Intermediate software application skills required.
• Strong interpersonal, problem solving, and communication skills are required.

Compensation:

Base Salary: $127,000 to $234,900 annually. The compensation for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, work location, prior experience and job-related knowledge, relevant skills and expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The Talent Acquisition team can provide more details about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

What We Offer*:

• Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
• Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay. Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
• A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date). Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
• 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
• 11 company paid holidays
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
• Employee discount program
• Wellbeing rewards program
• Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid maternity and parental leave

*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.

Recruiters:

Please note that Hikma has a set roster of approved recruiters for specific roles agreed to in advance and does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies regarding open positions. In the absence of a signed agreement and approval from Hikma’s Human Resources department to submit resumes for a specific position, Hikma will not approve, nor will be under an obligation to make, any payment to such non-approved third-parties in the event a candidate they refer is hired by Hikma.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.