Sr. Director/Director, Manufacturing
Kyowa Kirin, Inc.- U.S.Sanford, North Carolina, United States
Posted March 12, 2026
185800 - 242600 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease.
Job Description
The Sr. Director/Director, Manufacturing will lead the KKNA North Carolina Manufacturing Operations and be a member of the Site Leadership Team (SLT). The Director will ensure Operational Readiness for the facility start up in 2027; and deliver the Production Plan of Record subsequently as the project moves from construction, commissioning, and start up into routine operations.
Requirements
- Ensures all work is carried out safely and in accordance with all applicable regulations, policies and procedures for a regulated DS manufacturing facility.
- Leads Operational Readiness for Manufacturing in the project phase.
- Business Systems Owner for digital systems, ensuring delivery of all systems in accordance with program plans.
- Leads Operational Excellence for the site.
- Leads the Tech Transfer function, including MS&T.
Benefits
- 401K with company matching
- Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
- Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
- Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
- HSA & FSA Programs
- Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
- Long-Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Concierge Service
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Awards
