Head of Manufacturing (Oral Solid Dosage Plant)

募集要項

仕事内容

The Head of Manufacturing will lead end-to-end operations of an Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) pharmaceutical plant in Japan, ensuring compliance with GMP standards, efficient production scheduling and planning, and delivery of high-quality products. This leader will act as the bridge between the production floor and senior management, frequently engaging on the shop floor while also driving strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and regulatory readiness.

1. Manufacturing Operations
・Oversee day-to-day OSD manufacturing (granulation, blending, compression, coating, encapsulation, packaging).
・Ensure strict adherence to GMP, GDP, data integrity, and safety standards.
・Approve and monitor MBR/BMR compliance and ensure error-free documentation.
・Drive continuous improvement to enhance yield, reduce cycle time, and improve OEE.
2. Production Scheduling & Planning
・Develop weekly/monthly production schedules in alignment with demand forecasts and SCM priorities.
・Optimize campaign planning and manage efficient product changeovers (Type A/B cleaning).
・Monitor “plan vs. actual” output daily, addressing deviations proactively.
・Manage plant bottlenecks (e.g., coating time, drying capacity) and balance across shifts and equipment.
3. Regulatory & Quality Compliance
・Act as primary manufacturing contact during PMDA and client audits.
・Ensure timely closure of deviations, CAPAs, and risk assessments.
・Support validation (process, cleaning, equipment) and tech transfer of new products.
4. Leadership & People Development
・Lead, mentor, and motivate production managers, supervisors, and operators.
・Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and quality.
・Conduct regular floor walks to ensure presence, engagement, and direct problem-solving.
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration
・Work closely with QA/QC for in-process checks, release testing, and audit readiness.
・Partner with Engineering for equipment availability, preventive maintenance, and capacity expansion.
・Collaborate with R&D/Tech Transfer for smooth introduction of new molecules.

応募条件

【必須事項】

・Bilingual fluency (Japanese & English) – written and spoken; able to communicate seamlessly with global HQ and local operators.
・Frequent presence on the production floor – a visible, hands-on leader.
・Proven track record (15+ years minimum, with 7+ years in leadership) in OSD manufacturing in pharma.
・Strong expertise in production scheduling, planning, and campaign management.
・In-depth knowledge of GMP, PMDA guidelines, and experience managing regulatory inspections.
・Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
・Bachelor’s or Master’s in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology, Chemical Engineering, or related field.

【歓迎経験】

・Experience in multinational/CDMO/CMO environments.
・Familiarity with digital manufacturing tools (MES, SAP, eBMR).
・Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen methodologies.
・Prior experience with new plant setup, scale-up, or expansion projects.
・Strong presentation skills for client visits and business development support.

【免許・資格】

特になし

【勤務開始日】

応相談

学歴

大学卒以上

雇用形態

正社員

試用期間

6ヶ月

勤務地

福井

転勤の有無

転勤なし

受動喫煙防止措置

屋内禁煙

勤務時間

フレックスタイム制
フルフレックス（コアタイムなし）
8:00～16:30（標準勤務時間）

勤務開始日

応相談

休日休暇

年間休日数：126日以上
土日祝
年間有給休暇：6ヶ月経過後の年次有給休暇日数：10日　10日 ～ 20日
法定休暇：年次有給休暇
特別休暇：夏季休暇、年末年始休暇
その他休暇：病気休暇（年6日 自分や家族の療養・通院時に利用可能な有給休暇） アニバーサリー休暇（年1日）

年収・給与

年収　　～1000万円　経験により応相談

諸手当

交通費

昇給

年1回

賞与

年1回

採用人数

1名　

待遇・福利厚生

通勤手当：有
寮・社宅：有
資格取得支援制度、時短制度、研修支援制度、継続雇用制度(再雇用) 、社員食堂・食事補助

各種制度

健康保険：有
雇用保険：有
労災保険：有
厚生年金：有
退職金制度：有

選考プロセス

１）書類選考
２）適性検査
３）一次面接
４）最終面接