Meridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy and simplicity that are redefining the possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals that help drive our vision. Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create, through collaboration, cutting edge solutions to tough problems.

Responsible for planning, coordinating, scheduling, and managing technical production activities associated with manufacturing, Purchasing and Facilities. Ensures that production activities are timely and completed in accordance with established quality standards and procedures. Ensures that product demand is satisfied in a timely manner. Ensure all facility permits and certificates are updated, and the facility requirements of the teams are met. Ability to troubleshoot and investigate production problems. Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures that ensure effective completion of area functions. Coordinates closely with related departments to maintain schedules and effect necessary changes and revisions. Assigns, trains, directs, and appraises personnel. Completes related documentation and records as required.

• Assumes responsibility for assisting in the development and implementation of effective production planning, policies and procedures.
• Assists Site Management in developing short- and long-term goals and objectives. Provides suggestions and recommendations.
• Participates in development of policies and procedures and ensure that they support and complement company-wide strategic objectives.
• Conducts periodic reviews of existing policies and procedures to ensure effectiveness. Ensures that policies and procedures are updated in accordance with evolving production and quality standards.

• Assumes responsibility for the efficient, timely, and accurate completion of production and Purchasing related functions.
• Coordinates with planning and related departments to determine production schedules and to ensure that product is available and meets customer needs.
• Tests and evaluates products produced to ensure conformity to quality and production standards.
• Investigates and troubleshoots problems and product inconsistencies.
• Establishes and monitors shop floor production schedules and regulates workflow to ensure maximum production capacity.
• Prepares documentation and completes related statistical reports and records.
• Supervises the ordering, allocation, and distribution of Quality Control solutions.
• Ensures that inventory transactions are correctly entered into computer systems.
• Ensures that production functions are completed in accordance with established GMP, production, safety, and quality standards.
• Provide goals for the Process Engineering team to improve the quality and reduce the cost of the products.
• Production functions are completed in accordance with established policies, procedures, and quality standards and production schedules and customer demand is met.
• Production operations are closely monitored and supervised, providing suggestions for improved productivity as needed.
• Ensure problems are promptly identified, investigated and resolved.
• Ensure production plans and procedures are regularly reviewed and updated as needed.
• New Product formats are researched and developed as needed for new business opportunities.
• Ensure documentation of product development and manufacture is complete, accurate and timely.
• Participates in and adheres to all QSR regulations.
• Accepts fiduciary responsibility for Manufacturing/Product Transfer and communicates and maintains adherence to Meridian's corporate policies and procedures.
• Effectively coordinates functions with related departments to ensure that production is uninterrupted, efficient, and product availability and inventory levels meet demands.
• Work with the internal departments and the Office park management to meet the facility requirements including the offices, conference rooms, cubicles and the common areas
• Develop appropriate production schedules, identify and resolve production problems in a timely manner.
• Provides leadership through effective goal setting, delegation, hands-on involvement, and communication ensuring optimal performance.
• Is an active team member through hands-on involvement in production related activities.
• Trains, advises, and counsels other employees in methods to improve performance and productivity.
• Conducts performance appraisal and directs corrective actions as required.
• Coaches, mentors and develops management staff.
• Ensure that all personnel are efficient, effective and well supervised.
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining effective communication, coordination and working relations with other personnel and management.
• Works closely with Purchasing, and Quality Control Departments to maintain schedules and meet deadlines.
• Provides assistance and support to related departments as required.
• Keeps management informed of area activities and significant concerns.

Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree required in Science field preferred, MBA is a plus.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing at a manager or higher level is required.
• Experience in scientific/manufacturing principles associated with product design, development and manufacture in GMP environment.
• Demonstrated strong leadership, team building and organizational skills.
• Ability to provide both direct and indirect supervision and developmental opportunities for staff.
• Highly motivated, readily adapts to changing priorities, effectively manages own time, sets priorities for direct reports to ensure tasks, multiple projects are prioritized and completed on time.
• Ability to react quickly to understand and solve complex problems.
• Ability to read, understand and follow all company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and guidelines and ensure staff compliance.
• Must possess outstanding communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, problem solving and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational development, project management, analytical problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of production functions, procedures and standards.
• Knowledge of clinical laboratory products, techniques and test methods.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality requirements.
• May be required to work outside normal business hours including evenings, weekends and emergency calls to ensure departmental goals are met.
• Experience creating and managing budget for manufacturing organization and staff.
• Able to use Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.
• Must be able to concentrate, analyze and solve complex issues throughout the course of the work day.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time, stop, reach, bend throughout the course of the work day.
• Ability to work on a PC including repetitive use of a keyboard and mouse for long periods throughout the course of the work day.
• Ability to travel by air/car to other locations of MBI as needed.
• Will carry cell phone to facilitate intra-department communications both during and after normal business hours.
• Required Travel: 10%

*All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. (USA Only)*