Site Head

Prinston Laboratories; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Prinston Laboratories seeks a Site Head and General Manager for our Charlotte, NC site to own the full P&L and set the strategic direction. You will partner with Finance, Sales, R&D, Portfolio Management, and Regulatory Affairs to drive growth and continuous improvement.

We expect 15+ years of regulated-industry leadership, a track record building large manufacturing operations, and deep cGMP knowledge. This role requires a hands-on, autonomous leader who can align diverse teams to ambitious

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in pharma or other highly regulated industries.
• Proven ability to build and scale large manufacturing organizations.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP and experience engaging with regulatory inspectors.
• Solid financial reporting and cost accounting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Own the site's P&L and drive sustainable financial performance.
• Lead the cross-functional Site Leadership Team (SLT) across Operations, Supply Chain, Pharmaceutical Development, Facilities & Maintenance, EHS, Quality, DEA Compliance, and HR.
• Shape and execute the site's operational strategy aligned with market and sales priorities.
• Set and deliver ambitious goals in Safety, Quality, Customer Service, People, and Finance.
• Establish policies and procedures that sustain operational excellence and inspection readiness.
• Launch and scale Operational Excellence programs to lower costs and raise productivity.
• Develop the Site Master Plan and annual budgets and lead capital project execution.
• Attract, develop, and retain top talent through performance management and engagement strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Change management

Communication

Autonomy

Education

Master's degree

PhD/Dr (preferred)

MBA (with technical undergrad)

Job description

Prinston Laboratories is a pharmaceutical company that develops, registers, manufactures, markets, and sells high-quality, affordable generic prescription medicines. Our products are made in world-class cGMP facilities, and our commitment to quality and integrity guides every decision we make. Every day, our work helps put dependable, affordable medicines in the hands of patients who need them.

Lead a business, not just a plant. As Site Head and General Manager of our Charlotte, NC site, you will hold full P&L ownership and set the strategic direction for the site. You will partner with senior leaders across Finance, Sales & Marketing, Research & Development, Portfolio Management, and Regulatory Affairs, and you will have the visibility, authority, and resources to make a lasting impact on the company's growth.

The Opportunity

Lead a business, not just a plant. As Site Head and General Manager of our Charlotte, NC site, you will hold full P&L ownership and set the strategic direction for the site. You will partner with senior leaders across Finance, Sales & Marketing, Research & Development, Portfolio Management, and Regulatory Affairs, and you will have the visibility, authority, and resources to make a lasting impact on the company's growth.

What You Will Do

• Own the site's P&L and drive sustainable financial performance.
• Lead the cross-functional Site Leadership Team (SLT) across Operations, Supply Chain, Pharmaceutical Development, Facilities & Maintenance, EHS, Quality, DEA Compliance, and HR, and build it into a high-performing, accountable team.
• Shape and execute the site's operational strategy in close alignment with market and sales priorities.
• Set and deliver ambitious goals in Safety, Quality, Customer Service, People, and Finance.
• Establish the policies and procedures that sustain operational excellence and inspection readiness.
• Launch and scale Operational Excellence programs that lower costs and raise productivity.
• Develop the Site Master Plan and the annual operating and capital budgets and lead capital project execution from approval to delivery.
• Attract, develop, and retain top talent through performance management, succession planning, and employee engagement and retention strategies.

What You Bring

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in the pharmaceutical industry or another highly regulated industry, including senior site or plant leadership.
• A record of building and developing large manufacturing organizations.
• Demonstrated success leading complex capital projects, launching new products, and delivering measurable operational excellence results.
• Deep knowledge of cGMP and experience engaging confidently with regulatory inspectors at all levels.
• Strong financial acumen: fluency in financial reporting and a solid grasp of cost accounting principles.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to connect with employees at every level and with executive leadership.
• The ability to build trust and work effectively with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Who You Are

• A self-starter who thrives with autonomy and takes ownership of outcomes.
• Resourceful and solutions oriented.
• A hands-on leader who is visible on the floor and credible with the team.
• Energized by a fast-paced environment, with sound judgment, timely decision-making, and strong change-management skills.
• A leader who earns trust and respect quickly and is passionate about developing people.

Education

• Required: Master's degree in engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or business (including an MBA).
• Preferred: Doctoral degree (PhD, PharmD, or DBA), or an MBA combined with a technical undergraduate degree.

Why Join Us

• To influence the company strategy.
• Full P&L ownership and the autonomy to run the site as a business.
• The chance to shape and grow a site that is central to the company's US supply.
• To lead strategic projects to extend potential business opportunities.
• A culture that values quality, integrity, and the development of its people.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• Prinston Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process.