Manufacturing Ops Manager - Lead Safe, High-Impact

Novartis AG; Morris Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 109,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis AG in Morris Plains, New Jersey, is seeking a Manager, Manufacturing Operations to lead daily manufacturing activities and build a high-performing, safety- and quality-focused team. You will collaborate across functions to resolve challenges, improve processes, and ensure reliable execution of manufacturing plans.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, cross-functional coordination, and adherence to cGMP standards, with a comprehensive benefits package and onsite responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5-8 years of cGMP manufacturing experience.
• Proven people leadership experience.
• Experience managing operational priorities and making timely, risk-based decisions.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to ensure safe, compliant, high-quality and reliable execution.
• Develop, coach, and engage team members while fostering accountability and collaboration.
• Drive operational performance by monitoring priorities and ensuring timely execution of activities.
• Ensure adherence to quality, safety, regulatory and manufacturing standards and procedures.
• Partner cross-functionally to resolve operational issues and strengthen processes.

Skills

cGMP manufacturing

People leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk-based decisions

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Novartis AG in Morris Plains, New Jersey, is seeking a Manager, Manufacturing Operations to lead daily manufacturing activities and build a high-performing, safety- and quality-focused team. You will collaborate across functions to resolve challenges, improve processes, and ensure reliable execution of manufacturing plans.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, cross-functional coordination, and adherence to cGMP standards, with a comprehensive benefits package and onsite responsibilities.