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ThermoFisher Scientific Manufacturing Operations Manager - Evening Shift in Lenexa, Kansas
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Job Description
The Microbiology Division at Thermo Fisher Scientific delivers innovative solutions and workflows for food, clinical, and pharmaceutical environments. We serve a diverse range of markets including food manufacturers, labs, healthcare, pharma, and biotech. Our products, such as culture media and microbiological diagnostic tools, support pharmaceutical, food, and clinical laboratories worldwide.
Impact You'll Make:
As the Operations Manager, you will lead and coordinate manufacturing activities while guiding employees in the production department. Your role will involve addressing customer concerns, resolving quality issues, ensuring EH&S compliance, managing facility and maintenance concerns, and handling human resource and employee relations matters.
Shift Hours:
Monday to Friday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Flexibility is required to cover leadership absence on other shifts throughout the year.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and develop front-line leaders, including supervisors and team leads.
Implement Lean Management principles, using Leader Standard Work and visual controls to monitor and improve production processes.
Track and analyze production performance indicators, ensuring sustainable corrective actions to enhance quality, reduce waste, and improve efficiencies.
Facilitate effective communication and coordination with other departments.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with direct reports and peers.
Allocate resources effectively to boost operational efficiency.
Foster a culture of accountability and data-driven decision-making.
Empower employees through clear goals and professional development.
Promote process improvement initiatives to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency goals.
Encourage employee involvement to attain operational excellence.
Conduct performance reviews and recommend improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with SOPs, Standard Work, DHRs, FDA regulations, QSR guidelines, ISO requirements, and cGMP.
Maintain a safe work environment by engaging employees in safety practices and addressing potential hazards.
Utilize the PPI business system in daily operations.
Qualifications:
Strong alignment with core values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement.
Experience in aseptic and sterile dispensing environments.
Proven leadership skills in previous roles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Knowledge of FDA, cGMP/QSR, and ISO standards.
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Microbiology, Biology, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing leadership.
Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams, facilitate collaboration, and respond effectively to changes.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with PPI, Lean Manufacturing, or other process improvement methodologies.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses and merit increases.
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision effective Day 1.
Paid Time Off (120 hours per year) plus designated paid holidays.
401K with company match up to 6%.
Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 90 days.
Employee referral bonus.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.