CMO Manufacturing Director

Jubilant HollisterStier LLC, Spokane's Largest Manufacturing Company, and well-established member of the business community, provides a complete range of services to support the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries. Jubilant HollisterStier is a nationally recognized contract manufacturer of sterile injectable vials, and lyophilized products. The Allergy business is a worldwide leader in the manufacture of allergenic extracts, targeted primarily at treating allergies and asthma. Jubilant HollisterStier is a proud member of the Jubilant Pharma family.

Our Promise: Caring, Sharing, Growing

We will, with the utmost care for the environment and society, continue to enhance value for our customers and stakeholders by providing innovative products and economically efficient solutions' through growth, cost effectiveness and wise investment of resources.

Job Description:

The Director, CMO Manufacturing, will lead site-level manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) objectives. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, resource optimization, and workforce development across the site. The Director will foster a culture of continuous improvement, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration to meet production goals and regulatory standards.

1. Site Manufacturing Leadership

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for all manufacturing activities at the Spokane site.
• Ensure alignment with Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) metrics through effective oversight of plant operations.
• Serve as the primary decision-maker for site-level manufacturing priorities, resource allocation, and escalation management.
• Ensure alignment with corporate goals and regulatory expectations.

2. Operational Execution & Compliance

• Ensure consistent execution of manufacturing processes in compliance with cGMP, FDA, OSHA, and internal quality standards.
• Partner with the rest of Operations, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Technical Services to proactively address deviations, non-conformances, and process risks.
• Maintain readiness for internal and external audits, ensuring documentation and practices meet regulatory expectations.

3. Workforce Strategy: Cross-Training & Resource Leveling

• Champion a robust cross-training program to build workforce flexibility and reduce operational bottlenecks.
• Lead resource leveling initiatives to optimize labor utilization across shifts and departments, especially during demand fluctuations or staffing gaps.
• Collaborate with HR and Training to ensure skill matrices are current and aligned with production needs.

4. Performance Management & KPI Ownership

• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (OEE, yield, cycle time, labor efficiency, scrap rates) to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Direct structured problem-solving efforts (e.g., A3, root cause analysis, Kaizen events) to address performance gaps.
• Ensure Sr. Plant Managers and OPEX leadership are actively managing team performance and providing actionable feedback.

5. Continuous Improvement & Lean Leadership

• Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies to drive process optimization and cost reduction.
• Sustain initiatives such as 5S, SMED, TPM, and Value Stream Mapping to improve throughput and reduce waste.
• Partner OPEX with BE, Technical Services, and Reliability Engineering to improve equipment effectiveness and batch cycle times.

6. Talent Development & Engagement

• Mentor and coach direct reports to build leadership capability and succession readiness.
• Promote a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement across all manufacturing teams.
• Support change management efforts to ensure adoption and sustainability of new processes and systems.

7. Financial Stewardship

• Collaborate with Finance to manage site-level manufacturing budgets, including labor cost, absorption, material consumption, and non-capital expenditures.
• Champion cost optimization initiatives while maintaining compliance and product quality.
• Develop and maintain dashboards to track performance and operational efficiency.

8. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a key liaison between Manufacturing and functions such as Quality, Supply Chain, HR, Project Management Organization, and Engineering.
• Ensure alignment on production schedules, staffing plans, and improvement initiatives.
• Represent Manufacturing in site-level leadership forums and strategic planning discussions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Life Sciences field required; Master's preferred
• 10+ Years' experience in manufacturing operations with FDA regulated facilities required
• Proven leadership experience managing plant-level teams and driving operational improvements required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across departments required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs required
• Functional Expert in Microsoft Office required
• Functional Expert in Production Planning required
• Functional Expert in Continuous Improvement required
• Aseptic Filling Experience desired
• Pharmaceutical Experience desired
• Prolonged sitting or standing required
• Exposure to allergens and working in aseptic areas required

Shift: Weekday Days, Monday-Friday

Compensation & Benefits:

This is an on-site, full-time position located in Spokane, WA.

• Hiring Wage: $170,100 - $272,200 annually depending on experience, with opportunity for growth, promotion and annual raises. Midpoint and above is reserved for employees who have longevity with Jubilant HollisterStier and consistently exhibit outstanding performance over a period of time in the role

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life, AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off plan
• Employee Assistance Program

Unlock your potential with Jubilant HollisterStier! If you're seeking a dynamic and rewarding career, we welcome your application today!

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Jubilant HollisterStier is an EEO/AA Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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