Director of Oligonucleotide Manufacturing

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

Job Description

Company Overview:
Eurofins Genomics is a leader in the oligonucleotide synthesis industry, delivering high-quality DNA and RNA products using our proprietary synthesis platform. As one of the top oligo suppliers in the U.S., we are committed to providing exceptional customer service, maintaining the highest confidentiality standards, and continuously improving operational efficiency.

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Oligonucleotide Manufacturing to oversee the day-to-day operations of our oligonucleotide synthesis facility in Louisville, KY. This position reports to the Business Unit Manager of Eurofins Genomics and will lead a team of 40–50 employees in a dynamic, fast-paced production environment. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in manufacturing operations, process optimization, and automation, along with a solid background in organic chemistry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee daily oligonucleotide manufacturing operations to ensure optimal performance, quality, and efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean and Six Sigma projects, to enhance productivity and reduce operational waste.
• Plan, design, and implement automation and equipment upgrades to streamline production and increase throughput.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Maintenance, IT, and R&D teams to support new product introduction and process enhancements.
• Develop and implement robust process controls, performance metrics, and documentation systems to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze equipment performance and manufacturing data to identify areas for improvement and corrective action.
• Build and lead a high-performing team, ensuring appropriate staffing, training, development, and performance management.
• Define clear departmental goals and KPIs aligned with business objectives; monitor progress and make adjustments as needed.
• Ensure full compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including GMP standards where necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline is required; MS or PhD in Organic Chemistry or a related field is strongly preferred.
• Minimum 8–10 years of direct experience in manufacturing operations leading a plant manufacturing floor will be ideal
• Strong background in oligonucleotide synthesis will be a plus
• Demonstrated success in driving continuous improvement initiatives and scaling manufacturing operations.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a hands-on leadership style.
• Experience with GMP environments and lean/six sigma methodologies is a plus.

Additional Information

• Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
• Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with additional hours as needed
• Salary: Commensurate with experience (DOE)
• Team Size: 40–50 direct and indirect reports

What we offer:

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.