Senior Manager, Manufacturing Sterilization Operations

Requisition ID:  32357  

 

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 7,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.

 

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.

 

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.

 

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Sterilization Operations to lead our EtO sterilization team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Ethylene Oxide (EtO) sterilization processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and optimizing operational efficiency. This role demands a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership skills to oversee daily operations, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and manage a dedicated team of professionals. Join our dynamic organization to contribute to the delivery of safe and effective healthcare products, while advancing your career in a cutting-edge environment.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Manages cross-organizationally with Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies (TBCT) Corporate and other Terumo sites to meet strategic goals and service expectations.
• Ensures compliance to regulatory requirements in the sterilization industry to include: CDPHE, EPA, OSHA, etc.
• Manages and provides leadership for the functional group’s development, direction, and effectiveness, adhering to organizational policies and processes and supporting overall business and corporate objectives.
• Works with internal and/or external resources to resolve problems of exceptional complexity and sensitivity. 
• Recommends, implements, and drives changes to operating policy within and outside area of responsibility, supporting internal and external customers.
• Influences heavily short and long-term business goals and corporate objectives. 
• Coordinates and leads regulatory and certification inspections as well as communications with regulatory agencies.  Acts as management with executive responsibility to regulatory bodies.
• Manages supplier base including improving the quality and delivery of suppliers.
• Works with industry groups, elected officials, and governmental personnel to advance company interests.
• Manages intercompany contracts associated with products and services.
• Produces and supports technical training programs.
• Directs the development and management of budget for area of responsibility.
• Manages and provides direction to production, quality, engineering, local supply chain, planning and other leaders in support of the achievement of business objectives.
• Participates in the short- and long-term planning process that establishes objectives for local operations and commercial objectives.
• Responsible for creating and tracking the factory budget including cost estimation, staffing, and timelines.
• Communicates on all levels with senior management, including technical, strategic, and business.
• Identifies project and new process opportunities and is able to articulate value and risk of opportunities.
• Utilizes technical skills to evaluate proposed design, adaptations, and modifications to sterilization processes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.<