Cell Therapy Manufacturing Leader

AstraZeneca plc; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 127,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc in Santa Monica, CA, is seeking an Associate Director, Manufacturing to lead site manufacturing operations and ensure safe, compliant, patient-focused production across programs. You will translate strategic plans into operational execution, supervise multiple teams, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

The role requires developing leaders, coordinating with Quality, MSAT, Process Development, Supply Chain, and Site Leadership, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, life sciences, business, or related field.
• 7–10 years of relevant GMP manufacturing experience.
• Experience leading multiple teams, shifts, or programs.
• Strong understanding of cGMP, SOPs, batch records, and regulated documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead all manufacturing operations across assigned teams and shifts.
• Ensure compliance with cell therapy GMP standards and safety requirements.
• Develop leaders and build capable, trained teams.
• Drive capacity planning and schedule adherence.
• Review key documents and support technology transfer and process implementation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Operational excellence

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, life sciences, business, or related field

Job description

AstraZeneca plc in Santa Monica, CA, is seeking an Associate Director, Manufacturing to lead site manufacturing operations and ensure safe, compliant, patient-focused production across programs. You will translate strategic plans into operational execution, supervise multiple teams, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

The role requires developing leaders, coordinating with Quality, MSAT, Process Development, Supply Chain, and Site Leadership, and maintaining