Manufacturing Manager

Manufacturing Manager Location: Frederick, Maryland, USA Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.) Job Description As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. DESCRIPTION: As a Manufacturing Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will guide and support teams to deliver excellence in a manufacturing environment. You'll support innovation and continuous improvement while ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in producing scientific products. This role combines strategic leadership with operational management, overseeing production processes, quality control, and team development. You'll work across functions to optimize manufacturing efficiency, implement new technologies, and maintain regulatory compliance while contributing to our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Who we are looking for: Key Skills required for this specific Role: Clear and Authentic Communication: Communicates openly, honestly, and effectively across all levels—subordinates, peers, and senior leadership—ensuring alignment and mutual understanding. Inspirational Leadership: Brings a positive, forward-thinking approach that motivates and energizes teams, especially during periods of change or transformation. Customer-Focused Approach: Demonstrates a strong commitment to both internal and external customer satisfaction by proactively finding opportunities for improvement and building customer loyalty. Performance Development: Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and driving performance to unlock the full potential of individuals and teams. Curious and Constructively Challenging: Has a naturally inquisitive approach to operations and is confident in questioning the status quo to find opportunities for innovation and efficiency. Composure Under Pressure: Maintains a calm, focused approach in dynamic environments where shifting priorities and fast decision-making are crucial. People and Growth Champion: Actively supports personal and team development, creating a compelling vision and implementing targeted strategies to close skill and capability gaps. Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and site-specific CI tools for process improvement. Strategic Alignment: Demonstrates passion, commitment, and a strong results orientation, with a clear understanding of how departmental goals align with broader company strategies. Data-Informed Decision Making: Makes thoughtful, data-driven decisions while considering multiple outcomes and integrating contingency planning into key business choices. Flexible Leadership Presence: Supports a 3-shift operation with the flexibility to adjust working hours to effectively engage with all shifts and maintain strong team visibility. Operational Excellence Driver: Leads continuous improvement initiatives with a deep knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve operations and enhance performance. Minimum Requirements: Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience in manufacturing management, preferably in regulated environments (FDA, GMP, ISO). Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Life Sciences, Business, or related technical field Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification preferred Demonstrated leadership ability in advancing operational excellence and continuous improvement Strong knowledge of quality management systems and regulatory compliance requirements Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making ability Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with all organizational levels Ability to develop and support team members while fostering a collaborative environment Experience with production planning, resource allocation, and budget management Proficiency in manufacturing systems and Microsoft Office applications Ability to support multiple shifts and adapt to changing priorities Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance Ability to wear required PPE and work in cleanroom environments when applicable Benefits We offer remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer a diverse company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation! Compensation and Benefits The salary range estimated for this position based in Maryland is $98,000.00–$146,975.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards