Site Head - Global Manufacturing & Operations Leader

MilliporeSigma; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 163,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Retirement contributions

Job summary

MilliporeSigma in Madison, WI is seeking a Site Head to lead on-time manufacturing of high-quality products in a safe, cost-efficient, and environmentally responsible manner.

This strategic role defines the site’s operational vision, overseeing Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Facilities, EHS, and driving integration of ERP, Quality Systems, and continuous improvement. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in regulated manufacturing operations.
• Strong knowledge of GMP/GLP quality systems and regulatory inspections.
• Experience with ISO standards and lean/continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead site operations including manufacturing, quality, supply chain, facilities and EHS.
• Develop and execute a multi-year strategic operations roadmap for the site.
• Drive cost efficiency, throughput, and organizational scalability.
• Establish KPI-driven governance and budgeting across operations.
• Oversee integration initiatives across ERP, Quality Systems and processes.
• Promote a safety-first culture with strong team accountability.

Skills

Leadership experience

LEAN/continuous improvement

Safety leadership

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related

Master’s Degree or MBA

Tools

MES/ERP systems

Data analytics

Job description

MilliporeSigma in Madison, WI is seeking a Site Head to lead on-time manufacturing of high-quality products in a safe, cost-efficient, and environmentally responsible manner.

This strategic role defines the site’s operational vision, overseeing Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Facilities, EHS, and driving integration of ERP, Quality Systems, and continuous improvement. Travel up to 25% is expected.