Director of Manufacturing Operations

Job Type

Full-time

Description

JOB SUMMARY

As Director of Manufacturing Operations, you will lead all aspects of FDA / EPA-compliant manufacturing

and drive operational excellence across our production facility. This is a high-impact, floor-based

leadership role ideal for a driven, decisive manufacturing professional who thrives in a hands-on

environment. You will be accountable for cGMP compliance, execution of production plans, and the

development of a high-performing operations team. As a key member of the leadership team, you will

help shape and implement Precision Science's strategic initiatives, ensuring safety, quality, cost-

efficiency, and on-time delivery of our animal health products. The ideal candidate is as confident in

making critical decisions as they are open to team input-someone who leads from the front,

communicates clearly, and owns both outcomes and continuous improvement while creating a positive,

results-oriented and accountable culture.

RELATIONSHIPS

Success in this role depends on your ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and build trust across

all levels of the organization. You will engage closely with internal teams-including production, quality,

maintenance, sales, finance, procurement, warehouse, R&D, and regulatory-as well as with customers

and auditors to deliver compliant and efficient manufacturing outcomes. You must thrive in a diverse,

fast-paced environment and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of technical expertise.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Lead the manufacturing operations to achieve production goals, ensure cGMP and safety compliance, and consistently meet customer expectations.
• Provide visible, floor-based leadership by actively coaching, troubleshooting, and supporting day-to-day performance.
• Develop and implement production schedules, resource plans, and performance metrics (KPIs) to drive efficiency and support revenue growth.
• Ensure the accuracy and timely completion of all production documentation, including batch records, logbooks, and deviation reports.
• Partner with QA / QC to ensure manufacturing operations remain inspection-ready and compliant with FDA, EPA, and customer requirements.
• Own or support investigations, CAPAs, and change controls, ensuring effective root cause analysis and timely resolution.
• Collaborate with Product Managers to align manufacturing with client orders and long-term forecast planning.
• Support new product introductions and technology transfers to ensure seamless integration into production and readiness for scale-up.
• Lead daily tiered production meetings and utilize visual management systems to drive accountability, escalate issues, and coordinate teams.
• Oversee the Manufacturing Operations team to ensure documentation accuracy, operational consistency, and personnel training readiness.
• Champion a proactive safety culture in partnership with EHS, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
• Identify and implement initiatives to reduce costs, shorten lead times, increase throughput, and support long-term scalability.
• Reinforce operational discipline and quality systems to maintain compliance with federal, state, and customer standards.
• Drive workforce flexibility through cross-training and ongoing personnel development.
• Collaborate with Finance on annual operating budgets, capital planning, and cost-control strategies.
• Serve as the key operational representative during client audits, regulatory inspections, and new product launches.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Precision Science is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status.

Salary Description

150,000 and up DOE