Senior Plant Manager
Thermo Fisher Scientific · Columbia, MO
Manufacturing OperationsFull timeCompany career page
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Role summary
Senior Plant Manager position at Thermo Fisher Scientific in Columbia, Missouri overseeing manufacturing operations at an advanced facility. The role involves strategic planning, regulatory compliance, team leadership, and driving operational excellence through continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing principles.
What they're looking for
- Advanced degree plus 6 years operations leadership experience, or bachelor's degree plus 8 years in sophisticated manufacturing
- Engineering, science, business management, or related field of study preferred
- Demonstrated expertise implementing Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience leading teams in FDA-regulated, cGMP, or ISO 13485 quality systems environments
- Strong financial acumen in budget management and operational cost control
- Proven ability to develop high-performing teams and execute strategic plans in matrix organizations
- Expert knowledge of operational KPIs, data-driven improvement, and change management
What you'll be doing
- Develop and execute strategic plans ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence at the site
- Lead cross-functional teams and implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles
- Oversee quality systems, audit management, and cGMP compliance across manufacturing operations
- Manage budgets, control operational costs, and drive financial performance through KPI monitoring
- Build customer relationships and maintain safety and environmental compliance programs
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