Vaccines Ops Manager – GMP Manufacturing (Rotating Shifts)

HireLifeScience; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 96,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

HireLifeScience in Durham, NC is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the manufacturing of vaccines and therapeutics, directing a team with coaching, payroll oversight, and problem-solving to ensure reliable process execution. You will resolve downtime, ensure product quality, and support customer demand at a commercial-scale site.

The role requires leadership on the shop floor, strong GMP knowledge, and hands-on improvement projects.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Minimum six (6) years of experience in a manufacturing, technical, support, or Military role or at least four (4) years of experience in a manufacturing, technical, support, or Military role with a Bachelor's degree in Life Science or Engineering.
• Willing to work rotating shift schedules including 2-3-3 rotation, 4x10.5h shifts, or 5x8.5h shifts with weekend coverage.
• Ability to qualify and maintain gowning requirements to enter classified areas in the manufacturing area.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team (supervisor/coach or project-based).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate people/resources to meet a production schedule.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, motivate, and manage a team to ensure reliable manufacturing process execution.
• Assign yearly performance objectives aligned with department and site goals.
• Provide regular feedback and coaching on work performance.
• Provide leadership to the team based on capabilities and maturity.
• Ensure on-time payroll approvals using site-approved software like ADP.
• Provide a leadership presence on the manufacturing floor and drive standard work.
• Help troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime and maintain product quality.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and scheduling, staffing, or protocol execution.
• Coach team members on small improvement projects and participate in project teams.
• Escalate issues and serve as SME during tours for visitors/auditors.
• Coach the team to complete SAP transactions timely and accurately.
• Manage staffing and overtime to meet customer demand while respecting budget targets.
• Recognize cost-savings opportunities and communicate them for possible projects.

Skills

People Leadership

GMP Compliance

Aseptic Manufacturing

Adaptability

Interpersonal Relationships

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Process Improvements

Production Scheduling

Inventory Management

Manufacturing Quality Control

Sterile Filling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Science or Engineering

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

PAS-X

SAP

Delta-V

Job description

HireLifeScience in Durham, NC is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the manufacturing of vaccines and therapeutics, directing a team with coaching, payroll oversight, and problem-solving to ensure reliable process execution. You will resolve downtime, ensure product quality, and support customer demand at a commercial-scale site.

The role requires leadership on the shop floor, strong GMP knowledge, and hands-on improvement projects.