Director of Aseptic Manufacturing
Akorn 2

Decatur, Illinois

Posted in Science and Research


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Job Info


The Director of Aseptic Manufacturing is responsible for the overall daily direction to of our manufacturing functions through the development of operation policies and procedures consistent with organizational requirements and corporate standards.

  • Interaction with Site Management in establishment and ensuring compliance with policies, budgets (departmental and capital), goals and objectives, and regulatory guidelines (pharmaceutical, safety and financial).
  • Provide leadership, guidance, and personnel development from both administrative and technical base.
  • Support company product scheduling, on-time start, meeting batch yields, processing, release and shipment to meet customer needs and sales and marketing goals.
  • Interface with external organizations such as the FDA, DEA, Contract Auditors, OSHA, EPA, and others to ensure compliance with current regulations.
  • Lead and support formulation and filling equipment modifications and upgrades for automated process efficiency, regulatory compliance and replacement of obsolescent equipment, controls and systems.
  • Provide leadership and support for continuing process improvement efforts for formulation and filling operations, including the initiation of Capital Projects which benefit the line efficiency and/or productivity; along with project justification analysis, program preparation, project implementation, cost tracking, scheduling control and completion/closing of all projects on time and within budget.
  • Enhance the management and operation skills within the operations departments; provide technical resources to departments within the organization regarding formulation and filling equipment improvement based upon the departmental systems used to facilitate the workload; represent and foster harmonious relationships both inter and intra-departmentally.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science related field required.
  • Minimum of 10 years pharmaceutical industry experience required.
  • Minimum 5 years aseptic, liquid fill manufacturing experience required.
  • Minimum 5 years supervisory experience required.


Company Overview
Who we are?

Aside from being a pharmaceutical industry leader with deep roots in the eye care community, Akorn has proven through the years, to be a company of clear vision. A vision of what it takes to continually develop and evolve in order sustain our mission, which is to improve patients’ lives through the quality, availability and affordability of our products. Along with developing and manufacturing branded and generic ophthalmics, Akorn manufactures injectable, oral liquid, optic, topical, inhalant, and animal health products. To learn more please visit our website at www.Akorn.com .

Why choose us?

Akorn employees are modern day superheroes! That might sound like an exaggeration; however, when you think of it, superheroes help those in need. That is exactly what we do here at Akorn. If you choose to work with us, you are not choosing to work an ordinary job. You are choosing to make an impact in this world. You are choosing to have a career with purpose. If you are seeking a rewarding opportunity where you can make a difference for others, then put on your cape and join the team!!

What do we offer?
  • Competitive pay
  • Growth and development opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 3 weeks PTO + Personal Days
  • 9 company holidays
  • 401K match
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefit Options
  • 100% Paid Maternity Leave
  • Fast paced, family-oriented work environment
  • Wellness Program
  • Inclusive and diverse culture
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts


EEO Statement
Akorn, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.


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