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Site Manager

Bachem
Torrance, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/18/2025

A brief overview

The Site Manager (Torrance) reports directly to the COO North America and assumes full accountability for all operations at the site. As the leader of the local management team consisting of Quality, HSE, Services, and Production, this individual provides guidance to the team and manages all resources and assets to deliver products and services within the agreed upon quantity, quality and time requirements. Accountable for adhering to the operational budget and achieving the site's financial targets, this individual is the driving force behind continuous improvements in operational efficiency. This individual works with all leaders at the site to develop and retain talent to meet the current and future needs of the organization. In close collaboration with the COO, the CEC and the Central / Global Functions, the Site Manager establishes and implements CAPEX investments and defines and drives site development and growth plans.

What you will do

  • Provides leadership to the site management team
  • Leads all day-to-day operations at the site from order to product delivery : ensuring efficient production and high-quality products
  • Defines and delivers against site performance KPIs, budget and projects
  • Plans and allocates staff and technical resources diligently to meet sales and manufacturing targets as agreed upon with the COO and Central Function Sales for Bachem Americas, Bachem Europe, and Bachem Asia
  • Ensures adherence to the agreed upon operations budget and provides guidance to the managers to control costs
  • Designs, implements and reviews systems and processes within a continuous improvement approach to optimize manufacturing output and to improve competitiveness
  • Aligns and harmonizes procedures and systems between Bachem Americas sites in collaboration with the COO and Central / Global Functions, as well as within the Bachem Group in alignment with the CEC
  • Sets targets and defines expectations, monitors and evaluates staff performance. Builds and recruits skill sets and develops staff within all departments to continuously improve the level of job performance and increase operational efficiency : sets up and executes development plans for site talent.
  • Analyses and improves business process across departments, across the site, and across BAM with the target to streamline and improve efficiency across the organization. Implements Operational Excellence tools / principles as well as 5S and / or lean approaches.
  • Takes accountability for the quality compliance of all operations and installations with local, state and federal regulations as well as GMP regulations. Takes accountability for ensuring a safe working environment.
  • Contributes to the long term growth strategy of Bachem Americas and designs the infrastructure and organization necessary to meet the growth goals
  • Prepare budget proposals for expansion and engineering projects : investment plan, Capex application. Ensures that Capex projects are effectively executed.
  • Participates and contributes as an active and dynamic member of the BAM Executive Leadership Team (BELT)
  • Represents Bachem Americas in customer meetings, with agencies, and local and state authorities
  • Fosters a strong team spirit, embraces and instills the company values in all functions

Qualifications

  • PhD in chemistry or related field with 10 years leadership experience
  • Master’s in chemistry or related field with 15 years leadership experience
  • 10 years’ experience as line manager in biotech / pharma with peptides or oligonucleotides
  • 10 years in CMO / CDMO environment (preferred)
  • Successful track record in leading cross functional teams
  • In depth understanding of all aspects of API manufacturing, preferably in peptides
  • Strong experience with GMP regulations in the biotech / pharma
  • Demonstrated experience with facility expansion or construction projects
  • Demonstrated experience with driving cross-functional initiatives and projects
  • At minimum Green Belt certification, preferably a Master Black Belt.
  • Ability to effectively organize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environment
  • Strong leadership skills with demonstrated experience in driving organizational change and development
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills : - Ability to communicate effectively in a proactive and solution-oriented manner - Convincing representation skills towards customers - Excellent written & oral communication - Keeping management aware of potential issues
  • Hands-on mentality with the ability and willingness to troubleshoot and solve problems without losing sight of the big picture
  • Base Salary Range : $225,000 - $275,000

    Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below.

    Placement in this wage range is based on several factors, including education, skill set, experience, and training.

    Total Rewards

    We offer all Team Members a total rewards package including competitive pay, annual performance bonus, a generous benefit package with comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision coverage, 401(k) plan with employer contribution, and paid vacation, personal and sick days.

    Corporate Social Responsibility

    Bachem takes responsibility for future generations by a careful handling of resources and avoiding environmental risks. We continually improve our ecological performance and develop and implement new approaches for enhancing employees’ environmental awareness. EcoVadis has awarded Bachem Platinum Medal status in their assessment of Bachem.

    Bachem Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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

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    Salary : $225,000 - $275,000

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