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Head of Operations Yauco

Sartorius

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Apr 28, 2026

Location
Yauco, Puerto Rico
Type
Full-time
Department
Operations
Experience
10+ years
Source
Workday

Description

Sartorius currently has a unique opportunity for an innovative, people‑centered Head of Operations to lead our manufacturing operations and oversee our technological transformation. In this key role you will be responsible for a 200,000+ sq. ft. facility with diverse production technologies, multi‑shift operations, and multiple layers of organizational responsibility.

We are looking for an approachable, collaborative leader, energized by technology, and at home on the manufacturing floor. If you have a track record for successfully leading cross‑functional teams, implementing process improvements and have a passion for driving operational excellence please explore this opportunity.

What you will accomplish together with us:

  • Oversee availability and efficient use of materials, labor, and equipment to meet production plans and minimize downtime across multiple production areas, technologies, and shifts, optimizing resource utilization at scale across complex environments 
  • Optimize resource utilization at scale, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational continuity.
  • Monitor and act on site performance metrics, escalating risks and leading cross-functional corrective actions to meet production targets while maintaining safety, quality, and cost efficiency in line with assigned KPIs 
  • Drive the integration of cutting‑edge technologies, (i.e., AI systems, automation, digital manufacturing systems, data-driven quality and process controls)
  • Champion modernization of operations and elevation of site performance.
  • Maintain site compliance with EHS, GMP (if applicable), and regulatory standards across diverse and complex operations, ensuring audit readiness and timely resolution of findings 
  • Lead the integration of new technologies and process improvements across large-scale operations, ensuring alignment with network strategy and effective change management across multiple teams 
  • Champion a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement across site functions, with strong shop floor engagement and leadership through multiple organizational layers 
  • Lead with a genuine, team‑centered mindset and build a high‑performance environment rooted in trust, collaboration, and empowerment
  • Inspire and develop leaders across Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, EHS Facilities, and Continuous Improvement
  • Ensure full compliance with EHS, GMP, and regulatory standards.
  • Maintain audit readiness and drive timely resolution of findings.
  • Use data and analytics to guide decision‑making, variance analysis, and root‑cause investigations.

What will convince us:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Industrial Technology, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in regulated manufacturing operations, preferably in biopharma or biotech, including leadership of large teams and complex multi-line operations 
  • Proven success leading through multiple organizational layers and managing large cross‑functional teams.
  • Extensive knowledge of GMP, EHS, cost control, and production planning in high-complexity environments 
  • Demonstrated experience implementing automation, digitalization, and AI‑driven manufacturing solutions.
  • Proven ability to lead through layers, manage large cross-functional teams, and foster a culture of accountability and performance 
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills, ability to manage complex variance analysis, root cause investigations, and cross-functional resolution 
  • Ability to leverage data for decision-making and performance tracking 
  • Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
  • Identification with our core values: Sustainability, Openness, Enjoyment

What We Offer:

  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • 14 paid holidays annually
  • Impressive campus: Located on 219,000 square meters, our campus is home for more than 1,000 employees.
  • We offer a spacious outdoor area, conference areas, and a development center.
  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance along with Company Retirement Plan
  • On-site cafeteria and coffee shop
  • On-site occupational health offices including Laboratory Services & Doctors

Sartorius is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability or based on status in any other protected group of class.

Please view equal employment opportunity posters provided by OFCCP here.

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Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide. We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment. Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.

We look forward to receiving your application.

www.sartorius.com/career

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by e-mail at [email protected]

About Sartorius 

Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide. 

We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.

Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application. 
www.sartorius.com/careers

Skills

GMPComplianceChange Management

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