Telix Pharmaceuticals is a dynamic, fast-growing radiopharmaceutical company with offices in Australia (HQ), Belgium, Japan, Switzerland, and the United States. Our mission is to deliver on the promise of precision medicine through targeted radiation. At our core, we exist to create products that seek to improve the quality of life for people living with cancer and rare diseases. You will be supporting the international roll-out of our approved prostate cancer imaging agent and helping us to advance our portfolio of late clinical-stage products that address significant unmet need in oncology and rare diseases.
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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Operations Director to oversee the daily operations of IsoTherapeutics, a commercial-stage radiochemistry and bioconjugation development and contract manufacturing facility located in Angleton, TX. The Operations Director will lead all aspects of operational excellence in support of our mission of developing and delivering innovative radiopharmaceuticals to patients. This position is expected to build strong collaborative relationships with other key leaders in the organization, ensuring that Telix’s manufacturing capabilities at IsoTherapeutics are positioned to optimize performance in terms of quality, customer service and consistency of product development and production. The Operations Director will develop and execute a strategy for the facility which includes demand planning, timely delivery of project goals, optimization of internal processes and delivery of high-quality customer experiences.
This role is located on-site at our Angleton, TX facility. Candidates should live in or within commutable distance of this location.
Key Accountabilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of a radiochemistry and bioconjugation development and manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, safety standards, and company policies.
- Manage the facility’s budget, including forecasting, P&L responsibilities, and identification of cost-saving opportunities while maintaining the highest quality and compliance standards.
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of facility operations and implement strategies to address areas for improvement.
- Maintain accurate records of facility assets, equipment, and infrastructure, and develop preventative maintenance schedules to ensure reliability and longevity of equipment.
- Assure facility is compliant with all applicable regulatory standards including cGMP, radiation safety, pharmacy laws, DOT, EHS, and internal policies and interpretations of the above. Function as site operations lead in all internal and external inspections.
- Develop and implement comprehensive emergency response plans and procedures to address potential facility disruptions, including power outages, natural disasters, and other emergencies.
- Drive productivity and operational excellence through the implementation of new technology, innovative products, and streamlined processes.
- Cultivate and mentor rising leaders within the facility to foster a culture of continuous improvement and ensure comprehensive training of production personnel. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with other departments, including manufacturing, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and supply chain, to ensure seamless coordination and alignment of facility operations with organizational objectives
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a science-related field required; advanced degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in facility operations management, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry (radiopharmaceutical experience strongly preferred)
- Extensive knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, including FDA regulations, cGMP guidelines, NRC regulations and environmental health and safety standards.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, budget management, and vendor negotiations.
- Proficient in facility management software systems and tools for asset tracking, maintenance planning, and KPI monitoring.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, perform effective root cause analysis, develop and implement effective corrective and preventative actions and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Capabilities:
- Ability to work independently and collaborate cross functionally with key stakeholders.
- Technically skilled with proven ability to troubleshoot problems, solve abstract issues, interpret, and implement policies and procedures.
- Driven to achieve goals and objectives, with a strong focus on delivering measurable results.
- Strong customer relations skills; adept at building and maintaining relationships with key strategic partners.
- Ability to effectively communicate and promote a common vision, fostering a high-performance team culture.
- Effective personnel and cross-functional management abilities.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and managerial skills.
- Excellent attention to detail in the execution of job responsibilities.
- Ability to accomplish multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, able to adjust to changing priorities, and willing to take on new challenges
At Telix, we believe everyone counts, we strive to be extraordinary, and we pursue our goals with determination and integrity. You will be part of an engaged and supportive group of colleagues who all have a shared purpose: to help people with cancer and rare diseases live longer, better quality lives. Being a Telix employee means being a part of a unique, global, interdisciplinary team working to deliver what's next in precision medicine. We have hybrid and remote employees located all around the world. We offer competitive salaries, annual performance-based bonuses, an equity-based incentive program, generous vacation, paid wellness days and support for learning and development.
Telix Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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