Manager, Manufacturing Operations

Antares Pharma, Inc.; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 116,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESPP

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Operations, or Business required; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years in a production environment in medical device/pharma with robotics/automation.
• 5+ years leading manufacturing teams and scaling clinical to commercial production.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-shift manufacturing operations for cGMP assembly, labeling, packaging, and related production activities.
• Translate objectives into manufacturing strategy, staffing plans, and execution roadmaps for scale-up.
• Drive performance with metrics: safety, quality, schedule adherence, throughput, utilization, productivity, yield, first-time-right.
• Lead cross-functional meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP and quality systems; develop leaders and succession readiness.

Skills

Leadership

cGMP knowledge

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science/Operations/Business

Tools

MES

ERP systems

Automation/robotics

Job description

Position Summary

The Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations leads the Manufacturing Operations function at the Minnetonka facility and is accountable for safe, compliant, and efficient cGMP assembly, labeling, packaging, and related production activities for combination pharmaceutical products. This role provides leadership across multi-shift operations while building the systems, processes, talent, and capabilities required to scale clinical and commercial production in support of long-term business growth. The Senior Manager translates site and business objectives into manufacturing strategy, capacity plans, operating priorities, and execution roadmaps. This individual drives strategic execution through effective resource planning, performance management, automation readiness, Manufacturing Execution System utilization, continuous improvement, and cross-functional governance with Quality, Engineering, Facilities, Materials Management, Planning, IT, EHS, and other business partners. The role requires sound risk-based decision-making, executive-ready communication, and the ability to lead transformational change while developing the next level of manufacturing leadership. This individual operates in accordance with Halozyme policies and procedures, environmental, health, safety, and cGMP guidelines, and is expected to demonstrate readiness for broader site operations leadership as the organization continues to scale.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Lead safe, compliant, and efficient multi-shift manufacturing operations for cGMP assembly, labeling, packaging, and related production activities supporting clinical and commercial product supply.
• Translate site and business objectives into manufacturing strategy, staffing plans, capacity models, operating priorities, and execution roadmaps that support operational scale-up and long-term growth.
• Drive manufacturing performance through disciplined resource planning, escalation practices, risk-based decision-making, and metrics including safety, quality, schedule adherence, throughput, utilization, productivity, yield, and right-first-time performance.
• Lead monthly cross functional meetings to review and improve performance.
• Lead continuous improvement and operational excellence practices that improve stability, reliability, and scalability.
• Execute strategic initiatives.
• Ensure Manufacturing Operations complies with cGMP regulations and the current quality management system.
• Build, coach, mentor, and develop manufacturing leaders and team members while strengthening technical capability, supervisory effectiveness, training programs, qualification expectations, procedural compliance, operational ownership, and succession readiness.
• Provide executive-ready communication, operational updates, business case input, and escalation support related to manufacturing performance, capacity, risks, constraints, and improvement priorities.
• Foster cross-functional governance and collaboration with Quality, Engineering, Facilities, Materials Management, Planning, IT, EHS, HR, Supply Chain, and external partners to ensure aligned execution of manufacturing priorities.
• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment, as needed, to support clinical and commercial pharmaceutical product production.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related technical discipline required; Science or Engineering degree preferred. Advanced degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, or related leadership discipline preferred; equivalent progressive operations leadership experience may be considered. 8+ years of experience working in a production environment in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry which incorporated robotics/automation within their processes. 5+ years of experience managing a team working on manufacturing lines for the production and packaging of Medical Device and/or pharmaceutical products. Demonstrated ability to translate business and site objectives into manufacturing strategies, capacity plans, staffing models, execution roadmaps, and measurable operational outcomes. Experience supporting clinical-to-commercial scale-up, production expansion, new product introduction, technology transfer, automation implementation, Manufacturing Execution Systems, electronic batch records, ERP or production planning systems, digital workflows, and data-driven performance management preferred. Strong knowledge of cGMP, quality systems, ISO standards, regulatory expectations, audit readiness, deviation management, CAPA, change control, validation, inspection support, and related documentation requirements. Operational excellence mindset with experience applying Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, standard work, visual management, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methods to improve manufacturing performance. Proven ability to lead transformational change, manage competing priorities, make risk-based decisions, resolve operational constraints, and deliver results in a fast-paced, high-growth manufacturing environment while keeping team members engaged throughout the process. Strong people leadership skills with demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, develop, and hold leaders and team members accountable while building organizational capability and succession readiness. Ability to build effective cross-functional relationships and governance routines with Quality, Engineering, Facilities, Planning, Materials Management, IT, EHS, HR, Supply Chain, and external partners. Excellent written, verbal, and executive-level communication skills with demonstrated leadership maturity, strategic thinking, ownership, learning agility, and readiness for broader site operations leadership responsibilities.

Benefits

• Full and comprehensive benefit program, including an Employee Stock Purchase Program and 401(k) matching.
• Opportunities to grow in a culture that prioritizes learning, development and progression through in-house programs and tuition reimbursement.
• A collaborative, innovative team that works as one to amplify your impact—on your career, the work you do and patients’ lives.

The most likely base pay range for this position is $116K - $135K per year. Several factors, such as experience, tenure, skills, and particular business needs, will determine an individual’s exact level of compensation. Base salary is only one element of employee compensation at Halozyme. Total compensation could include bonuses, sales incentives, and equity awards.

Environmental Conditions

Physical Activities: This role requires a combination of office-based work and regular presence in manufacturing areas. On a continuous basis, the employee may be seated at a desk, use a computer, answer the telephone, attend meetings, and review documentation. The role may also require walking through production areas, standing for periods of time, entering controlled manufacturing environments, following applicable gowning or safety requirements, and occasionally lifting up to 30 lbs. The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate but may vary in manufacturing areas. The physical requirements described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of this job. Manufacturing and Controlled Environment Activities, if applicable: Work may require entry into manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, laboratory, or controlled environments. The employee must follow applicable environmental, health, safety, gowning, hygiene, and cGMP requirements.

Travel: Travel may be required up to 5% of your time.

Strength in Diversity & Collaboration

Halozyme is a diverse team of innovators and problem solvers who bring their unique perspectives, backgrounds and individual life experiences to work every day. We are purposeful through our actions, working hard to cultivate a team that reflects our world and our values. Working together as one collaborative team, we can accomplish more than we ever could on our own. These ingredients are the best way to advance our mission.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Halozyme, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to: hair texture and protective hair styles), religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and older), genetic information, disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), reproductive health decision-making, medical leave or other types of protected leave, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, medical condition (including cancer/ genetic characteristics and information), sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, citizenship, pregnancy (including perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), military or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations

Halozyme is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during our application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact Human Resources at [e-mail].