Operations Manager

Vaxxinova US is seeking an individual to join our team as the Operations Manager in our Worthington, Minnesota office.

About the Operations Manager Role:

The Operations Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of veterinary vaccine manufacturing from raw materials through shipping finished product to end users and working in close collaboration with Quality Control/Quality Assurance, R&D, Sales and Marketing.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Leadership/Administrative

• Assuring cost-effective, regulatory-compliant, and on-time manufacturing and delivery of veterinary vaccine/biological products to customers
• Oversight of the planning, organizing, directing, and controlling activities for production to support Vaxxinova business operations.
• Long term strategic planning of raw material, management resources, plant staffing, and plant / equipment (capital expenditures).
• Training and coaching of managers to help them enhance their technical and leadership skills to improve the organization’s performance.

Productivity/Processes

• Plans, directs, and coordinates the manufacturing of products in order to satisfy production requirements in a cost-efficient manner.
• Transfer of new products or processes from R&D or other Vaxxinova entities for commercialization and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes
• Monitor and analyze production data to identify areas for process improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards in the manufacturing facility.
• Understanding and management of competing objectives (e.g. cost / quality) in order to deliver products that meet manufacturing standards as measured versus multiple criteria

Qualifications and Capabilities:

• Familiar with regulatory agencies including the USDA/CVB, C-CVB, VICH, OSHA, Federal, State, and Local Agencies
• Familiarity with the principles of veterinary biologics, vaccine production, quality control and regulatory agencies
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Detail orientated with strong organizational and critical thinking skills
• Written and verbal English communication skills to effectively work with and interact with a variety of stakeholders
• Excellent presentation skills with ability to effectively present information to various audiences
• Proven track record of managing research projects and teams
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to exhibit sound business judgement, be decisive, flexible, and have determination
• Demonstrated ability to be a collaborative team player with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement

Experience and Education:

• At least 10 years of prior applicable work experience is required
• At least 5 years in a veterinary vaccine or pharmaceutical business is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in related science field required
• Master’s degree in business or science field preferred

Benefits at Vaxxinova:

We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account with company match
• 401K plan with company match
• PTO accrual
• Holiday pay
• Company Shutdown December 25 to December 31
• Short and long term disability
• Company paid life insurance

About Vaxxinova

Vaxxinova aims at providing a full range of both autogenous and licensed vaccines combined with high-level diagnostic services, supported by strong R&D. Our focus is on livestock including poultry, aqua, cattle, and swine. Vaxxinova US, formerly known as Epitopix, is the US operating unit of the Vaxxinova Group, headquartered in the Netherlands. In 2021 Vaxxinova US acquired Newport Laboratories, which has a strong presence making autogenous vaccines for cattle and swine, as well as a state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory and remains operating under the Newport Laboratories name in the market. The addition of Newport Laboratories allows Vaxxinova to provide the broadest offering of autogenous vaccines and diagnostics, plus a growing line of licensed vaccines to the Cattle Industry.

Vaxxinova currently has facilities in ten countries including Brazil, Chile, Germany, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Norway, the Netherlands, Thailand, and the USA. Vaxxinova is part of the family-owned EW Group, headquartered in Germany. The EW Group specializes in animal genetics, animal nutrition and animal health, operates in over 100 countries and records consistent international growth.

Recruiting Agencies

Vaxxinova US does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to job postings on social media or Vaxxinova US websites. Vaxxinova US will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to these unsolicited CVs. Vaxxinova US explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited CVs, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Vaxxinova US. Phone calls or emails from recruiters or employment agencies are not appreciated.