Manufacturing Manager

RiseMe; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to oversee drug product manufacturing operations, including preparation, formulation, filtration, and sterile filling, ensuring safety, quality, and on‑time delivery.

This role leads process ownership for Butterworth facility processes, supports expansion to Patterson North, and drives continuous improvement, CAPA resolution, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced cGMP environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences/Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years leadership in a cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Experience with regulated drug manufacturing and FDA guidelines.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Drug Product Manufacturing Operations including sterile filling.
• Ensure capacity, quality, and customer service targets.
• Lead CAPA investigations and corrective actions with QA.
• Drive continuous improvement and risk management.
• Manage scheduling and staffing for production lines.

Skills

Leadership

cGMP

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Description

Manufacturing Manager

Agility, Impact, Methodology. Do you exhibit these values and wish to be around others that do too? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where agility, adaptability, and high standards go hand in hand? Are you driven to make a meaningful impact, whether through your work, your support of others, or your commitment to your community? Are you motivated by a disciplined, science-based approach that ensures consistent excellence, safety, and integrity in everything you do? If these statements resonate with you, Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) welcomes you to apply to join our community of dedicated individuals improving lives every day!

Overview of this Position:

This position manages all aspects of Drug Product Manufacturing Operations including Preparation, Formulation, Filtration, and Sterile Filling of parenteral products. Functions as Process Owner for processes and related equipment for the Butterworth Facility, including cleanroom control and maintenance. Responsible for the daily, weekly, and long-term manufacturing activities to meet capacity, quality, and customer service requirements.

This position will support expansion into our Patterson North facility. This role will train and work at the Butterworth facility for onboarding to provide additional leadership oversight to strengthen accountability, improve operational execution and drive throughput.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences/Engineering or in another relevant field. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in a cGMP environment in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated manufacturing environment; an inspiring and enabling leader who creates opportunities for growth.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing of regulated products with a thorough understanding of cGMP, FDA guidelines and multinational regulatory standards is a must.
• Must have proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Requirements:

• Six Sigma and Lean application understanding with knowledge of tools and proven positive outcomes.
• Leadership experience with emphasis on personnel training, development and mentoring, problem solving, and working with tightly controlled regulatory documents.
• Demonstrated proficiency for evaluation of drug formulation, aseptic processing, filtration, filling, inspection, labeling, packaging, and equipment utilization.
• Advanced understanding of the quality system and process controls approach, as well as knowledge of cGMP, ICH, EHS regulations.
• Competent understanding of OPEX behaviors, principles and tools.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Ensure the department’s activities remain in or exceed the standards and specifications established by Quality Assurance and clients.
• Work closely with Quality to provide to troubleshoot processes, investigate deviations and ensure implementation of appropriate CAPAs within the required timeframes.
• Review, assess and approve CAPAs and non-conformance reports, including deviations.
• Champion and lead continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure capacity availability of resources (room/equipment/staff) to perform commercial and clinical manufacturing to meet the annual demand planning and monthly production planning requirements.
• Responsible for the efficient and effective weekly scheduling of Preparation, Formulation and Filling work centers to support production plans.
• Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety, and morale to achieve production goals.
• Ensure personnel are properly trained and following approved processes to facilitate the manufacturing of quality goods based on cGMPs, SOPs, regulatory requirements, and/or company policies.
• Analyze and interpret data, identify problems, and makes decisions involving production issues.
• Drive key performance indicators to all levels within the organization and participate in making recommendations for necessary changes to enhance the business objectives.
• Ensure consistency of operations across shifts through active engagement on the shop floor and through Gemba walks and Practice vs. Procedure evaluations.
• Provide leadership to Manufacturing team, Supervisors and Professionals
• Responsibility includes hiring, managing, motivating, coaching, and mentoring.
• Actively participate/contribute to technology transfer, start-ups, design and implementation of process changes, typically working on cross-functional teams.
• Partner with other departments regarding the resolution of ongoing problems and implementation of new procedures or processes.
• Represent the Manufacturing team during client facing interactions.

Full job description available during formal interview process.

What Sets GRAM Apart from Other Employers:

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits are available to you and your family on your first day of work, with the company paying a portion of the cost! Once eligible for the 401(k) program, all your contributions are immediately 100% vested, and you are immediately vested in GRAM contributions as well. We also offer generous off-shift premiums!
• GRAM encourages giving back to our community by offering 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year!
• PAID TIME OFF: You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs! PTO: Full-time employees accrue up to 104 hours of paid time off per calendar year, with this amount being prorated your first year. WELLNESS TIME OFF (WTO): In addition to PTO, employees earn 1 hour of wellness time off for every 30 hours worked, to use how you choose.
• PAID HOLIDAYS: We offer 10 paid holidays per calendar year with immediate eligibility!
• PAY: Depends on Experience and is discussed during the interview process.