Director of Operations (Pharma Packaging & Manufacturing)

Piper Companies is seeking a Director of Operations (Pharma Packaging & Manufacturing) for an opportunity in Audubon, Pennsylvania (PA), to join an award-winning drug development solutions provider at the forefront of the pharmaceutical industry.

Location: Audubon, PA

Compensation: $200,000-$220,000, bonus eligibility

Seeking a Director of Operations to lead site-wide operational functions at a key U.S. facility. This individual will oversee packaging, maintenance, logistics, and warehousing operations, ensuring delivery against production goals while maintaining strict cGMP compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution of production schedules in alignment with business objectives
• Serve as a key member of the site leadership team, contributing to both site-level and global initiatives
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement (OEE, operational excellence, Lean principles)
• Lead and develop high-performing teams, setting clear expectations around performance, compliance, and accountability
• Partner with global counterparts to ensure alignment of processes, systems, and best practices
• Oversee operational projects, including process improvements, ERP implementations, and site initiatives
• Build strong client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality operational performance
• Ensure readiness and interaction with regulatory agencies (FDA, etc.)
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or related field
• 10 years of leadership experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated production environment
• Master’s degree in a related discipline
• 5 years in a senior operations leadership role within pharma manufacturing
• 10 years of experience in manufacturing/production operations
• Strong background in cGMP environments with proven compliance track record
• Demonstrated success driving continuous improvement / OEE initiatives
• Experience leading change management efforts to improve efficiency and performance
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities
• Experience interfacing with regulatory agencies (FDA or equivalent)
  
  

This job opens for applications on 4/8/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.