About this opportunity
Simtra BioPharma Solutions lists this Director, Operational Excellence opportunity in bloomington, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization.
Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines – which are all directly injected into patients worldwide. As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra. We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.
While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging. Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide.
Make it HAPPEN – We bring a growth mindset to every opportunity, developing new skillsets and exceeding our expectations and those of our customers.
Make it TOGETHER – We work as one, respecting each voice and tapping into our unique strengths across teams—so we can solve problems in new ways.
Make it RIGHT – We hold ourselves to a high standard of excellence, fulfilling our commitments to the customer, their patients, and our team members.
Make it COUNT – We take pride in our day-to-day work, knowing the impact we make – taking on challenges big and small to improve patient health.
This role
Simtra Biopharma Solutions is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Operational Excellence (OpEx) to lead performance improvement initiatives across the Bloomington site partnering with manufacturing, quality, and supporting departments. This role is pivotal in driving operational discipline, lean execution, and data-informed performance management to ensure consistent, high-quality production and timely delivery of life-saving pharmaceutical products. The Director, OpEx is a member of the site senior leadership team, and reports to the Site Head.
The responsibilities
Leadership and Strategy:
Work with at-site, above-site, and cross-site leadership to develop the Simtra Production System based on Lean Six Sigma principles
Champion Simtra Production System principles across the site to power stable, predictable, high-quality operations and instill a culture of continuous lean improvement
Develop and execute annual OpEx objectives, kaizens, and projects and track and deliver impact based on measured KPIs
Lead and mentor a team of OpEx professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance
Process Improvement and Lean Execution:
Proactively identify opportunities to streamline manufacturing, quality, and other processes, reduce lead times, and enhance overall efficiency, increase capacity, or reduce costs.
Oversee the execution of continuous improvement initiatives and Kaizens, ensuring alignment with client and regulatory requirements and quality standards
Ensure that the OpEx team has a strong presence on the shop floor to both understand the ground truth on the floor and drive initiatives on the front line, helping to coach operators and supervisors on the Simtra Production System
Performance Management and Reporting & Analytics
Work with digital teams to develop and maintain performance dashboards and executive scorecards tailored to business and operational needs
Build, maintain, and roll out management infrastructure best practices such as tier meetings, visual management, and leader standard work across the site
Develop and present reports on operational performance, key improvement initiatives, and strategic projects for senior management and clients
Analyze real-time operational data to identify trends, deviations, and improvement opportunities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement corrective actions based on data insights
Ensure alignment of operational activities with strategic KPIs, including:Right First Time (RFT)
On-Time Delivery (OTD)
Required qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Operations management or related field
10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or similarly regulated manufacturing operations with 5+ years of experience in a people leadership role, with a strong track record in operational excellence and performance improvement
Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving change in high-complexity environments
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook) and the ability to use enterprise and AI software (e.g., D365, SAP, TrackWise, ServiceNow, Veeva, Claude, ChatGPT)
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree equivalent or higher
Strong knowledge of sterile manufacturing processes and regulatory requirements (FDA, cGMP, etc.)
Experience with software such as Quality Management Systems, ERPs, OT
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data visualization and performance reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Excel)
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Physical / safety requirements
Duties may require overtime work, including nights and weekends
Use of hands and fingers to manipulate office equipment is required
Position requires sitting or standing for long hours
In return, you’ll be eligible for
Medical & Dental Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and AD&D Insurance
Supplemental Life InsuranceSpouse Life Insurance
Child Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
Time Off ProgramPaid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave and more
Adoption Reimbursement Program
Education Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program
Community and Volunteer Service Program
Employee Ownership Plan
Additional BenefitsShort and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Insurance BenefitsVision Coverage
Accident
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Legal and more
Onsite Campus AmenitiesWorkout Facility
Cafeteria
Credit Union
(1) Current benefit offerings are in effect through 12/31/26
Disclaimer
This job description is intended to provide the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job. It may not be inclusive of all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Simtra reserves the right to make modifications based on business requirements.
Simtra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Simtra evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.
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Worksite address
bloomington, IN, 47401, US
Who can apply
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