On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced Pharmaceutical Plant Manager to lead the launch of a recent injectable pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will guide the plant from commissioning through full-scale production, building teams and processes from the ground up.
Key Responsibilities: Lead the commissioning, start-up, and ramp-up of the manufacturing facility, ensuring timelines, quality standards, and budget targets are met
Develop and oversee manufacturing workflows, production schedules, and process controls to achieve GMP compliance and operational excellence
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies to optimize yield, reduce waste, and boost productivity
Establish and maintain vendor partnerships critical to plant buildout and operations, including equipment suppliers and maintenance service providers
Collaborate with vendors on equipment installation, qualification, and validation activities
Monitor vendor performance to ensure material quality, timely delivery, and service reliability
Compliance & Reporting Partner with Quality Assurance, Regulatory, and Engineering teams to ensure full GMP and regulatory compliance (Health Canada/FDA/EU)
Enforce health, safety,



and environmental practices in accordance with regulations and company policies
Establish and track KPIs for production, vendor performance, quality, and safety; deliver regular reports to senior leadership
Monitor budget performance and control operational costs
Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field
5-7 years of pharmaceutical manufacturing experience, including at least 3 years in plant management or operations leadership
Demonstrated experience in new facility start-up or plant commissioning within the sterile injectable pharmaceutical sector
Proven expertise in vendor management, including selection, qualification, and performance oversight
Deep knowledge of GMP, OSHA, and environmental regulations applicable to pharmaceutical manufacturing
Strong leadership, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
Certifications such as Lean Six Sigma or PMP
What We Offer: Competitive annual salary
Leadership role in shaping a new facility from the ground up
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing pharmaceutical operation

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📌 Pharmaceutical Plant Manager (Ontario)
🏢 SPECTRAFORCE
📍 Ontario