Manager, Process Operations

MSD

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Work type
On-site
Location
Rahway, NJ
Salary
$117,000–$184,200 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Sep 19, 2026 (soon)

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Similar $170k
This role $151k
$108k most similar roles pay here $204k

This role pays less than 66% of similar roles. Most pay $144,500–$194,950 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $151k versus about $170k for comparable roles.

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MSD (Merck Sharp & Dohme) is the international name for Merck & Co., a major U.S.-based pharmaceutical company.

MSD currently has 24 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $117,000–$184,200 across 24 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Manager, Process Operations

The Manager, Process Operations joins the Biologics Process Research & Development team to support the Next Generation Biologics facility. This role involves leading a team to execute upstream and downstream production operations while ensuring strict cGMP, EHS, and safety compliance. The manager is responsible for daily task assignment, personnel coaching, and performance management, alongside overseeing production planning and technical troubleshooting. Key responsibilities include managing equipment qualification, authoring SOPs, and facilitating tech transfer programs for the biologics pipeline. The successful candidate will utilize tools such as DeltaV, MES, SAP, Veeva Quality Docs, and JMP to drive operational excellence and Right First Time batch execution. This role addresses the challenge of developing manufacturing processes for various biotherapeutics, ensuring consistent production from development through pilot scale in a multi-product, high-tech environment.

What you'll do

  • Lead a team executing upstream and downstream production operations while ensuring daily task accountability.
  • Drive cGMP and EHS compliance to maintain a strong safety culture on the manufacturing floor.
  • Manage operational readiness activities for the launch of the new GMP facility.
  • Coach, develop, and provide performance feedback to direct reports through regular 1:1 meetings.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and make timely decisions regarding production deviations and investigations.
  • Author, revise, and approve SOPs, batch records, work instructions, and other technical documentation.
  • Oversee production planning and coordinate cross-functional tech transfer programs for new products.
  • Support facility start-up activities including equipment qualification and MES implementation.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemical/biochemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, or related discipline with 5 years experience.
  • Master’s degree in a relevant field with at least 3 years of experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a GMP-regulated biologics drug substance manufacturing environment.
  • Experience leading operations teams and monitoring performance.
  • Working knowledge of cGMP, Quality Systems, EHS requirements, DeltaV, MES, and SAP.
  • Experience writing SOPs and technical documents.
  • Experience with single-use systems (preferred).
  • Experience with facility fit assessments, new product introduction, process transfer, and clinical manufacturing (preferred).

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