Associate Director Operations and Manufacturing (Life Sciences)

at  Lonza

Canada, Kingston
Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.
Lonza’s Kingston site is part of our Personalized Medicine business unit which aims to make cell and gene therapies accessible to all patients. Specifically, our team develops and distributes the Cocoon® Platform which addresses challenges in cell therapy manufacturing as a functionally closed, automated, and scalable solution for personalized therapy manufacturing. We are a team with a great mission, a high level of excitement and resources to accomplish our goals!
See what we are all about: Cocoon® Platform | Cell Therapy Manufacturing | Lonza
As the Operations and Manufacturing Associate Director, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing the operational and manufacturing functions of our ISO13485/9001 certified facility. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with industry regulations, maintaining quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall efficiency and productivity.
We are looking for someone with sound decision-making skills, the ability to liaise within a matrix environment and someone that will build trust and positively influence outcomes in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree; Science or Engineering focus, preferred
• At least 5 years of experience in a supervisory role within a GMP regulated environment
• 10 + years of experience in Operations and/or Manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of ISP 13485 and ISO 9001 standards
• Proven track record of driving continuous improvement and regulatory compliance
• Ability to communicate across all levels of organization
• Must be able to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environment
• 100% onsite responsibilities in Kingston, ON- relocation is available
  Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.
  People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.
  Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  Reference: R58655

• Provide strategic leadership for operations and manufacturing teams
• Ensure strict adherence to ISO13485 and ISO9001 standards
• Oversee quality management and drive continuous improvement
• Identify and implement process optimization initiatives
• Recruit, train, and mentor high-performing teams
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to ensure high product quality
• Foster a culture of innovation, efficiency, and waste reduction