Manager of Cultureware Production and Facilities

Sartorius; Ashland (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and leadership programs

Flexible work schedules

401k with company match

Comprehensive health plans

Job summary

Sartorius is looking for an experienced leader in Cultureware Production at their Ashland, OR office. The role includes leading production operations, ensuring safety compliance, and optimizing operational efficiency in a biotech setting.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree, and OSHA 10 certification, focusing on operational leadership and staff development. Join our team and contribute to innovative health solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Cultureware Production and Facilities Operations in a regulated environment.
• OSHA 10 certification required.
• Strong alignment with company values of Sustainability, Openness, and Enjoyment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Cultureware Production operations and define production schedules.
• Oversee procurement, inventory control, and maintenance of production machinery.
• Serve as Vice Chairman of the Safety Committee to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Operational leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Life Sciences, Operations, or equivalent

Tools

Bio-Tech facility systems

HVAC systems

Job description

This role combines operational leadership with hands‑on responsibility for Cultureware Production and facility operations within a regulated biotech environment. The position plays a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and cost‑effective production conditions while continuously developing people, processes, and infrastructure in support of better health solutions.

This is an onsite role in our Asland, MA office.

What You Will Accomplish Together With Us

• Lead daily Cultureware Production operations and define production schedules aligned with cost, quality, and time targets
• Oversee procurement of raw materials, inventory control, shipping and receiving, and maintenance of production machinery
• Train, mentor, and support staff members to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations
• Manage and maintain Bio‑Tech and manufacturing facility systems, including HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical infrastructure, and laboratory equipment, in compliance with strict Quality Control guidelines
• Coordinate build‑out and repurposing of laboratory space to support evolving company objectives
• Serve as Vice Chairman of the Safety Committee, including instituting a Hazard Communication Policy and identifying and correcting safety deficiencies to OSHA standards
• Conduct annual fire safety training and manage eye wash stations and safety showers across the facility
• Reduce facility operating costs by optimizing contractor usage, performing repairs inhouse where appropriate, and promoting proper equipment use to minimize downtime

What Will Convince Us

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Life Sciences, Operations, or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience in Cultureware Production and Facilities Operations within a regulated manufacturing or biotech environment
• OSHA 10 certification
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Alignment with core values of Sustainability, Openness, and Enjoyment

What We Offer

Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, internal seminar offerings

Worklife Balance: Paid vacation, sick time, corporate holidays and community service day; as well as flexible work schedules

Making an Impact Right from the Start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform

Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as “Coaching”, “Agile Working” and a “Businesswomen’s Network”

Health & Well Being: Wide selection of health and well‑being support such as a variety of medical plans to choose from, dental, vision, EAP, and other wellness programs.

Intelligent Working Environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment.

Retirement Savings Plan: 401k (with generous company match)

Flexible Spending: HSA, FSA (dependent care & healthcare spending), Transportation Commuter Account

Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, EAP, Family Planning & Women’s Health, Health Advocate

Additional/Optional: Supplemental Life Insurance (employee, spouse & dependents), Legal Services, LTD & STD, Critical Illness Insurance, Student Loan Tuition Refinance Service

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About Sartorius

Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real‑world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.

We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.

Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.

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