Manufacturing & Tech Ops - Senior Manager

PerkinElmer; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 147,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

PerkinElmer is seeking a highly experienced Manufacturing & Tech Ops Senior Manager to lead cross-functional teams in delivering complex programs across GMP manufacturing environments. The role requires driving program plans, stage-gate governance, and continuous improvement across multiple projects and sites.

You will mentor and develop a skilled technical team, manage budgets and timelines, and collaborate with senior leadership to ensure high-quality delivery and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science, Engineering, or related discipline (OR a combination of equivalent work experience in capital project engineering, pharma cGMP facility start‑up, CapEx/OpEx project management and/or comparable military experience).
• 7-13+ years of experience in engineering or operations within pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional programs or clinical and/or commercial technology transfer projects in a GMP environment.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical development and manufacturing processes (biologics, small molecules, or both).
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of cGMP regulations (FDA 21 CFR Parts 210/211, ICH guidelines, EMA requirements).
• Experience applying continuous improvement tools and methods.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Experience leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end program management for complex technical operations initiatives including new product introductions, technology transfers, process validations, and facility fit assessments.
• Develop integrated program plans, critical path analyses, risk registers, and resource plans; proactively identify and elevate risks and issues.
• Own stage-gate processes and governance deliverables, ensuring milestones are met on time, within scope, and aligned to regulatory commitments.
• Coordinate or work with cross-functional workstreams across Manufacturing, Process Development, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and Engineering.
• Partner with technical subject matter experts to translate scientific and process requirements into executable operational plans, development of staff awareness of critical process parameters (CPP) and critical quality attributes (CQA).
• Support technology transfer activities from development into GMP manufacturing, including documentation, gap assessments, and readiness reviews.
• Facilitate resolution of technical, operational, and quality issues that arise during operations, startup or shutdown of manufacturing equipment.
• Development of manufacturing batch records, SOPs or validation protocols as required.
• Perform operational readiness assessments that fully evaluate equipment suitability and reliability, facility fit and finish, material workflow, supply chain planning, training materials and programs, quality and compliance, sampling plans, area risk assessments and personnel PPE/gowning requirements, cleaning procedures and frequency, tier communication plans, warehouse operations and operational planning that incorporates planned downtime for necessary asset maintenance and repair.
• Support the primary point of contact and program communicator in their efforts to align with senior leadership, cross-functional partners, and external collaborators or CDMOs.
• Drive alignment across stakeholders with competing priorities; facilitate trade-off discussions and decision-making.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality program status reports, executive briefings, and governance committee presentations.
• Support the development and deployment of program management frameworks, tools, and best practices across the organization.
• Lead, Coach and develop a team of technical professionals to deliver high‑quality work aligned with project, client, and business objectives.
• Provide day-to-day people leadership, including onboarding, training, mentorship, and ongoing skills development, to build a strong and capable technical team.
• Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback, coaching, and guidance to support individual growth and accountability.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

GMP knowledge

Regulatory understanding

Continuous improvement

Stakeholder management

Training & mentorship

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life Science or related

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Veeva Vault

Job description

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Job Title

Manufacturing & Tech Ops - Senior Manager

Location(s)

US Remote - NJ

Job Description

This is a full-time salaried position with Project Farma, a PerkinElmer company. The successful candidate will reside in one of Project Farma's primary markets and be willing to travel domestically to meet client project requests. Project Farma’s purpose is to improve patient lives by accelerating the delivery of life‑changing therapies. We accomplish this through the successful execution of high-quality life sciences projects across the full project lifecycle. Project Farma (PF) team members collaborate with cross-functional teams to build trusted client relationships, deliver an exceptional customer experience, and contribute to business growth by identifying opportunities and applying data-driven insights to support project planning, cost, schedule, and performance management. This role contributes to organizational success by supporting financial performance, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement, while also investing in people through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and professional development. All team members are expected to embody Project Farma’s values by being curious, personable, and unselfish, while maintaining a strong commitment to a Patient Focused and People First mindset. The Manufacturing & Tech Ops - Manager/Senior Manager is responsible for leading teams and overseeing the execution of work aligned to project, client, and business objectives. This role balances people leadership with operational accountability, including coaching, performance management, resource planning, and ensuring high-quality delivery within defined scope, timelines, and budget. At more senior levels, this role provides experienced leadership and operational oversight across multiple projects or functional areas, with accountability for team performance, talent development, and consistent execution of business priorities, while partnering with senior leaders to drive continuous improvement, scalability, and organizational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or Support end-to-end program management for complex technical operations initiatives including new product introductions, technology transfers, process validations, and facility fit assessments.
• Develop integrated program plans, critical path analyses, risk registers, and resource plans; proactively identify and elevate risks and issues.
• Own stage-gate processes and governance deliverables, ensuring milestones are met on time, within scope, and aligned to regulatory commitments.
• Coordinate or work with cross-functional workstreams across Manufacturing, Process Development, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and Engineering.
• Partner with technical subject matter experts to translate scientific and process requirements into executable operational plans, development of staff awareness of critical process parameters (CPP) and critical quality attributes (CQA).
• Support technology transfer activities from development into GMP manufacturing, including documentation, gap assessments, and readiness reviews.
• Facilitate resolution of technical, operational, and quality issues that arise during operations, startup or shutdown of manufacturing equipment.
• Development of manufacturing batch records, SOPs or validation protocols as required.
• Perform operational readiness assessments that fully evaluate equipment suitability and reliability, facility fit and finish, material workflow, supply chain planning, training materials and programs, quality and compliance, sampling plans, area risk assessments and personnel PPE/gowning requirements, cleaning procedures and frequency, tier communication plans, warehouse operations and operational planning that incorporates planned downtime for necessary asset maintenance and repair.
• Support the primary point of contact and program communicator in their efforts to align with senior leadership, cross-functional partners, and external collaborators or CDMOs.
• Drive alignment across stakeholders with competing priorities; facilitate trade-off discussions and decision-making.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality program status reports, executive briefings, and governance committee presentations.
• Support the development and deployment of program management frameworks, tools, and best practices across the organization.
• Lead, Coach and develop a team of technical professionals to deliver high‑quality work aligned with project, client, and business objectives.
• Provide day-to-day people leadership, including onboarding, training, mentorship, and ongoing skills development, to build a strong and capable technical team.
• Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback, coaching, and guidance to support individual growth and accountability.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science, Engineering, or related discipline (OR a combination of equivalent work experience in capital project engineering, pharma cGMP facility start‑up, CapEx/OpEx project management and/or comparable military experience).
• 7-13+ years of experience in engineering or operations within pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional programs or clinical and/or commercial technology transfer projects in a GMP environment.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical development and manufacturing processes (biologics, small molecules, or both).
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of cGMP regulations (FDA 21 CFR Parts 210/211, ICH guidelines, EMA requirements).
• Experience applying continuous improvement tools and methods.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Experience leading teams.

Other Preferred

• Certification in First Aid or CPR.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and FDA audit processes.
• Experience supporting equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Experience with aseptic processing is a plus.
• Familiarity with regulatory submission processes (IND, BLA, NDA, MAA).
• Proficiency with program management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Veeva Vault).
• Six Sigma, Lean, or other continuous improvement certification.

Travel

Willingness to travel as required for client project assignments.

Eligibility / Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We will not sponsor applicants for current or future work visas for this position. This position may require significant travel to support project and business needs. We cannot employ anyone with an invalid driver's license.

Compensation

The annualcompensation range for this full-time position is $(147,000) to $(160,000). The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Opportunity

Project Farma is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We will not sponsor applicants for current or future work visas for this position. This position may require significant travel to support project and business needs. We cannot employ anyone with an invalid driver's license. The annualcompensation range for this full-time position is $(147,000) to $(160,000). The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Are you ready to help improve the lives of millions of people and create a healthier world? When you work at PerkinElmer, that’s exactly what you’ll do. From our dedicated scientists and world‑class operations employees to our innovative R&D professionals and committed sales and service groups, we’re a unique team of 5,000+ global colleagues who come to work every day knowing we’re making a difference. Through innovation, collaboration, and believing in our mission, we strive to create an inspiring and inclusive culture for our employees, so that they can be their best and, together, create a better tomorrow.