Operations Manager

Piper Companies is seeking an Operations Manager to join a major pharmaceutical manufacturing company located in Lynnwood, CA. This role is 100% onsite. The Operations Manager will ensure efficient production, quality standards, and safety compliance in a food and pharmaceutical manufacturing facility, while managing staff and resources to meet operational goals. 

Responsibilities of the Operations Manager include:  

• Adhere to HR, manufacturing, environmental health, and safety procedures. 
• Track and improve operational performance using KPIs and operational excellence tools like 6-sigma and 5-S. 
• Oversee daily operations, including filling and secondary packaging, and manage production goals and budgets. 
•  Monitor staff performance, issue corrective actions, and prepare production reports for senior management. 
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance productivity and quality, manage SOPs, and identify CAPEX for machinery. 

Qualifications for the  Operations Manager include:  

• 5+ years of management experience in a manufacturing operation within a regulated industry required 
•  In-depth understanding of cGMP, OSHA, DHEC, food safety, and pharmaceutical regulations 
• Skilled in assessing and implementing corrective actions for compounding, filling, secondary packaging, yield reconciliation, product consistency, cleaning, and operational deviations
• Familiarity with liquid filling, tablet filling, and secondary packaging processes 
• Knowledge in purchasing, scheduling, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC). 
• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required 

Compensation for the  Operations Manager include:  

• Salary: $80-$100k **Depending on experience**  
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays  

This job opens for applications on 3/7/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.  

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