About this role
Eurofins Clinical Trial Solutions is looking for a seasoned kit packing leader to join our team!
The Director, Global Kit Packing will manage and oversee the Kit Packing facilities to achieve operation objectives that have been outlined by the VP, EU Operations and Kit Production. The Director, Global Kit Packing will implement quality control that is outlined by standard operational procedures (SOP) and health and safety regulations. The Director, Global Kit Packing will be expected to provide their leadership team with directions on materials, equipment, and expectations. The Director, Global Kit Packing will ensure project/department milestones/goals are met, while adhering to the budget that has been provided. Ultimately – always ensure timely, accurate and secure shipping and distribution.
Essential Job Duties:
Ensure that Oosterhout and Louisville Kit Packing facilities consistently produce outstanding quality achieving the required specifications and order quantitiesEnsure that the production lines operate efficiently and safelyMaintain day-to-day operations, monitor orders, and client/product related issuesMaintain quality service by enforcing and enhancing organization standardsManage and develop all department Managers and interfacing with department heads at within the broader Central laboratoryEstablish and maintain appropriate KPI’s, headcount levels, overtime levels and employees instead of temp workers.Communicate effectively with internal teams and escalate issues appropriately for discussion/ resolutionResearch and recommend new opportunities; recommend profit and service improvementsManage facility operations and design and develop long term expansion plansIdentify product/process improvements or new products by remaining current on industry trends, safety standards and regulations, market activities, and competitorsMaintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Develop ‘best practices’ in collaboration with Global Central Laboratory leaders.Enhance the department and organization’s reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.Manage operations to ensure that all established policies and procedures are being properly executed.Manage third party vendors The ideal candidate:
Experience and Qualifications
Minimum 7 years of plant management experience.Fluent in English, other languages of operating sites is an advantageExperience in chilled, short shelf-life, just-in-time packaged productionExperience managing multiple locations approximately 100 employees eachExperience managing financial statements and financial metricsClinical Trials Experience is a plusEducation
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, requiredMaster’s degree, preferredOther
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, and PowerPointManagement style includes ‘being on the floor’ overseeing plant activity more than ‘being in one’s office’Line production & product flow experienceDetailed project management experience from project initiation through execution and delivery - analytical yet practical approachDemonstrated ability to improve complex operationsAbility to prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demandsDemonstrated ability to meet deadlinesHigh ethical standard This is a salaried position that will also include the following benefits:
Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysEurofins Central Laboratory is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information (GINA), disability, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state, or local law. The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer all employment-related matters on the basis of an individual's qualifications, abilities and efforts without regard to protected status.