Scale-Up Operations Leader — Industrial Biotech

MOA foodtech; Galicia; Presencial; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A pioneering biotechnology firm in Spain is seeking a Head of Operations to oversee the transition from pilot to industrial-scale production. This key role requires strong leadership and program management skills to coordinate complex processes across technical and business domains. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in industrial biotech and a proven track record of managing scale-up challenges. You will play an essential part in shaping the company’s operations while ensuring clarity and structure in a growing environment. Flexible working conditions and competitive compensation are offered.

Servicios

Competitive compensation

Meaningful equity

Flexible working conditions

Formación

• 7-12+ years in industrial biotech or related fields with scaling experience.
• Proven track record in managing tech transfer and scale-up.
• Strong program management and risk management skills are required.

Responsabilidades

• Lead operations of pilot-to-industrial scale transitions.
• Coordinate with CMOs on fermentation and downstream operations.
• Manage execution risks and prepare tech transfer packages.

Conocimientos

Program management

Risk management

Communication skills

Coordination

Problem-solving

Project tracking

Educación

7–12+ years in industrial biotech or related fields

Preferred PMP or Lean/Six Sigma certifications

Herramientas

Documentation frameworks

Project management software

Descripción del empleo

A pioneering biotechnology firm in Spain is seeking a Head of Operations to oversee the transition from pilot to industrial-scale production. This key role requires strong leadership and program management skills to coordinate complex processes across technical and business domains. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in industrial biotech and a proven track record of managing scale-up challenges. You will play an essential part in shaping the company’s operations while ensuring clarity and structure in a growing environment. Flexible working conditions and competitive compensation are offered.