Program Manager, Technical Operations

Lupin Pharmaceuticals; New Jersey; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Lupin Pharmaceuticals in Somerset, NJ is seeking a Program Manager, Technical Operations to lead site strategic initiatives and drive cross‑functional teams in global technical operations programs.

The role emphasizes data‑driven process improvement, Lean Six Sigma, and collaboration with R&D, Quality, Material Management and Engineering to optimize KPIs, reduce waste, and ensure robust manufacturing performance across dosage forms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Process Engineering, or related Life Science/Engineering degree.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification is mandatory; Black Belt preferred.
• 5–10 years of proven experience as a process engineer in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Experience with solid, liquid, semi-solid, and nasal spray operations is desirable.
• Certification in project management (PMP) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Implement global process improvement program and culture of continuous improvement to deliver high performance and behaviors.
• Collect and analyze data using statistical tools and methods on key products and processes.
• Lead/facilitate root cause analysis using lean principles.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Material Management, Engineering, and site functional leaders to establish shared Goals and key performance indicators.
• Identify improvement opportunities through the lean Six Sigma program to improve products through statistical methodologies.
• Lean Principles that impact KPIs through facilitation of lean activities and mentorship of employees.
• Lead diagnosis of workflow impediments and other wastes throughout the manufacturing and testing process and provide experienced counsel on eliminating them.
• Implement Best Practices for process optimization to drive continuous improvement across all levels of the organization.
• Perform value stream mapping, risk assessment and FMEA on business processes.
• Forms cross-functional teams and provides daily leadership to ensure all aspects of the GTO initiatives are executed according to plan.
• Routinely tracks budget items and facilitates reconciliation for all services against scopes of work.
• Acts as a liaison between the global network of manufacturing sites on sharing best practices and GTO tools for continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (desirable)

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Project management

Education

B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences / Process Engineering / Life Sciences

PMP certification

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

The Program Manager, Technical Operations

Position Summary

The Program Manager, Technical Operations reports directly to the Head of Manufacturing Science and Technology and will lead the site strategic initiatives for Lupin's Somerset facility. This position leads the cross-functional teams to roll out global technical operations initiatives and streamline the processes across the network. He / She will be the driving force behind improving the process performance and alignment in manufacturing operations. This role is pivotal in championing and executing scientifically sound, data-driven initiatives in the Lupin Somerset facility, transforming operations through process improvement initiatives. The Somerset facility manufactures and packages solid, powder, semi-solid, nasal spray, and liquid dosage form pharmaceuticals.

Responsibilities

• Implement global process improvement program and culture of continuous improvement to deliver high performance and behaviors.
• Collect and analyze data using statistical tools and methods on key products and processes. Identify improvement opportunities in all cross-functional departments for continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead/facilitate root cause analysis (problem-solving) using lean principles.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Material Management, Engineering, and site functional leaders to establish shared Goals and key performance indicators.
• Identify improvement opportunities through the lean Six Sigma program to improve and sustain the robustness of the products through statistical methodologies.
• Lean Principles that impact Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) through facilitation of lean activities and mentorship of employees.
• Lead diagnosis of workflow impediments and other wastes throughout the manufacturing and testing process and provide experienced counsel on eliminating them.
• Implement “Best Practices” for process optimization to drive continuous process improvement initiatives across all levels of the organization. Identify inefficiencies to reduce costs.
• Perform value stream mapping, risk assessment and FMEA on business processes. Develop risk communication and risk mitigation strategies
• Forms cross-functional teams and provides daily leadership to ensure all aspects of the GTO initiatives are executed according to plan.
• Performs day-to-day relationship management with key individuals on assigned GTO initiatives
• Plans and schedules project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools
• Tracks projects progress to ensure they are completed timely and within budget guidelines
• Organize cross-functional teams to enable execution of all project requirements
• Routinely tracks budget items and facilitates reconciliation for all services against scopes of work
• Acts as a liaison between the global network of manufacturing sites on sharing best practices and GTO tools for continuous improvement
• Other duties as assigned

Qualification And Experience

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Process Engineering, or similar Life Science or Engineering degree.
• Lean Six Sigma Green belt certification is must, Black Belt certification desired.
• 5 to 10 years of proven experience as a process engineer, with expertise in technical operations in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• SME knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing, packaging, and testing equipment.
• Experience in generic pharmaceutical operations involving solid, liquid, semi-solid, and nasal spray technology is desirable
• Experience in utilization of project management tools is a must and certification in project management (PMP®) desirable.

Compensation

The expected base pay range for this position is $85,000 to $115,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, education, internal equity, and other job-related factors, and may be adjusted to meet business needs.

This role is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package and other compensation programs, which may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, and 401(k) with company match. The Company may offer a higher compensation package than the range listed above at the time of offer.

Lupin is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any other classification as required by applicable law.

The physical requirements of the position generally include: standing, walking, sitting, using hands and fingers, reaching with hands and arms, talking and hearing. In some circumstances, bending, kneeling, crouching, stooping, and crawling may apply. This position may require lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally. Generally work is performed in a manufacturing environment.

Competencies

• Collaboration
• Customer Centricity
• Developing Talent
• Innovation & Creativity
• Process Excellence
• Result Orientation
• Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Agility