Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office
Position: Director, Operations
Reports To: Vice President, Global Operations
Location: San Jose, CA
Company Information
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $42 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. When you are part of the team at our company, you’ll do important work. Surrounded by collaborative colleagues that will support and opportunities that only a global leader can provide. Our respected, growing organization has an outstanding strategy for the near term and beyond. Join our strong team and help us make meaningful improvements to the world.
All of our employees share our important 4-I Values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.
Director, Site Operations - San Jose
The Director, Operations is part of the Chromatography & Mass Spectrometry Division (CMD) in our Analytical Instruments Group. CMD applies technology excellence and deep applications' expertise to provide analytical solutions in the areas of biopharma, environmental, and food safety. The position will be site based.
Reporting to the Vice President of Global Operations the Director of Operations leads all operational functions and is involved in the production and distribution of multiple sophisticated scientific instruments. In this role, you will be responsible for driving a culture of continuous improvement in support of on time deliveries to our customers and total productivity. Specifically, you will provide direction and site leadership to the following functions: manufacturing, procurement, planning, facilities, logistics, and EH&S.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead all aspects of production processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
- Develop and implement best in class operational strategies.
- Lead production schedules for on-time delivery.
- Supervise and lead production teams.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide training.
- Foster a positive and safe work environment.
- Ensure products meet quality standards and specifications.
- Implement quality control procedures and conduct inspections.
- Address quality issues promptly in collaboration with the Quality team.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Conduct safety audits and training.
- Develop and enforce safety policies.
- Prepare and manage the plant's budget.
- Balance expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Ensure efficient use of resources.
- Identify and implement process improvements.
- Apply lean manufacturing principles.
- Stay updated with industry trends.
- Maintain open communication with senior management and departments.
- Prepare and present performance reports.
- Address operational issues promptly.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
- A proven experience of 10 years in a manufacturing environment.
- 5 years plus of record expertise of leading manufacturing operations sites.
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment.
- Excellent leadership, team management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency with production management software.
- Business & Financial Competence by understanding & applying knowledge of the business and insights from financial data to determine best action and advance the organization’s goals.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and quality standards.
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 100,000 outstanding minds have a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.
We offer competitive pay, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company pension, and a range of employee benefits!
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Compensation And Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $203,000.00–$261,900.00.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
