Manufacturing Process Manager

ThermoFisher Scientific; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

Healthcare

Employee benefits

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in Florence, SC, is seeking a Process Manager (Area Manager) to lead complex manufacturing projects, drive tech transfer, and optimize processes for active pharmaceutical ingredients. You will collaborate with R&D, Quality, Engineering, and Production to ensure scalable, compliant manufacturing and data-driven decision-making.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree or BS with extensive experience in process development and GMP, with strong analytical and leadership

Qualifications

• Advanced degree plus 6 years in process development, scale-up, and optimization.
• Bachelor's degree plus 8 years in process development and manufacturing optimization.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams on complex technical projects.
• Experience with quality systems and risk assessment.
• Experience developing and supporting team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects and drive technology transfer initiatives.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Engineering, and Production to meet goals and maintain high quality standards.
• Troubleshoot, optimize processes and implement data-driven solutions while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Skills

Process development

Scale-up

Manufacturing optimization

GMP compliance

Regulatory compliance

DOE

Statistical analysis

Data analysis

Technical writing

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Lean/Six Sigma

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering or similar

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Division/Site Specific Information

Position will sit onsite at the Florence, SC site and will support the Drug Substance Division (DSD) at Thermo Fisher Scientific. This role, reporting to the Production Planning Manager, ensures the flawless import of materials and goods at our Florence, South Carolina locations.

Discover Impactful Work:

Join us as a Process Manager (Area Manager) in Manufacturing and contribute to excellence in process development and manufacturing optimization of active pharmaceutical ingredients. You'll provide technical leadership in developing, validating, and implementing robust manufacturing processes while collaborating across multiple departments to ensure successful scaling and optimization of new and existing processes. Make meaningful contributions to innovative solutions that help our customers make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

A Day in the Life:

• As a key technical expert, you'll lead complex projects, provide manufacturing support, conduct process improvements, and drive technology transfer initiatives.

• You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, Engineering, and Production to achieve project goals and maintain high quality standards.

• Your expertise will be essential in troubleshooting, optimizing processes, and implementing data-driven solutions while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Keys to Success:

Education

• BS Degree Required. Preferred Fields of Study: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Process Engineering, or a similar background.

• Advanced degree preferred.

Experience

• Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience in process development, scale-up, and manufacturing optimization required.

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex technical projects.

• Experience with quality systems and risk assessment methodologies.

• Experience developing and supporting team members.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Deep technical expertise in process development, scale-up, and manufacturing optimization

• Strong background in GMP manufacturing and regulatory compliance (FDA, EMA, ISO)

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with expertise in statistical analysis and DOE

• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex process issues and implement corrective actions

• Strong documentation skills including SOPs, batch records, validation protocols and reports

• Expertise in data analysis, process modeling, and trending

• Excellence in technical writing and presentation skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities for collaborating with internal/external stakeholders

• Ability to work in cleanroom/GMP manufacturing environments

• Proficiency with statistical software and standard business applications

• Travel may be required (<20%) to other sites

• Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma methodologies preferred

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits! Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.