Director, Technical Operations (Small Molecule Drug Product)

Role: The Director of Technical Operations leads small molecule drug product manufacturing at a dedicated site, focusing on process engineering, scale-up, validation, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management. Responsibilities include overseeing tech transfer and product introduction strategies, ensuring GMP compliance, technical troubleshooting, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The role demands leadership in cross-functional teams, risk mitigation, and fostering a culture of operational excellence, quality, and safety. Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor's in Science or Engineering, with 10+ years in small molecule process development or manufacturing, and 7+ years of leadership experience in areas such as technology transfer, process validation, and lifecycle management. Deep expertise in manufacturing operations, equipment, process engineering, and compliance within a regulated environment is essential. High-Value: Focus on small molecule APIs, with responsibilities spanning from tech transfer to commercialization, operating in a highly regulated GMP setting, supporting site transformation and digital initiatives. Stakeholder management and collaboration across R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Regulatory functions are critical. Work setup involves onsite presence with approximately 10% travel.