Manager Manufacturing

Career Category Manufacturing Job Description At Amgen, we're not just manufacturing medicines; we're fueling a global mission to serve patients in over 100 countries. Our collaborative spirit and relentless pursuit of excellence have propelled us to the forefront of biotechnology innovation, impacting the lives of over 10 million patients worldwide. If you're ready for a career that's both meaningful and rewarding, seize the opportunity to join us as: Manager Manufacturing At our Breda site, medicines are labeled, assembled, packed, stored, and shipped to destinations across the globe. Over 1,000 dedicated individuals from more than 40 nationalities contribute to supply chain processes, manufacturing, distribution, marketing, sales, and clinical research for groundbreaking medicines to fight the world’s toughest diseases. LIVE What you will do To support our growth into 2025 and beyond, we are seeking a talented Manager Manufacturing to join our dynamic manufacturing department. You will be at the heart of our operations in Breda, leading a motivated team of approximately 15–20 direct reports, including process operators and line-leads, who work on (semi-)automated assembly and packaging lines across shifts. With 20+ diverse medicines shipped to over 70 countries, our manufacturing environment is fast-paced, innovative, and complex. Using technology, we automate production steps and streamline manual handling to enhance our productivity. As our product portfolio expands, so will Breda’s production capacity, creating exciting opportunities to grow with us. In this vital leadership role, you will: · Inspire Excellence: Mentor, coach, and develop your team while ensuring the highest standards of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). · Lead by Example: Oversee flawless execution of labeling and packaging processes in alignment with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). · Drive Innovation: Champion continuous improvement projects using Agile, Six Sigma, and Lean methodologies, encouraging team-led process improvements. · Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Represent manufacturing in projects that implement new equipment, develop production lines, and advance sustainability goals. · Ensure Quality: Foster a culture of quality and safety, promoting a First Time Right mindset in our well-regulated (GMP & GDP) environment. WIN What we expect of you Your unique expertise and leadership skills will enable you to drive impactful change and empower your team to excel. To thrive in this role, you’ll need: · A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or proven by solid work experience. · 3+ years of experience in a leadership role within a regulated industry (e.g., food, technology, pharmaceutical or equivalent). · Willingness to work in a shift system to gain invaluable shopfloor experience, setting you up for long-term career success within Amgen Operations. · People management skills with the ability to lead and inspire. · Passionate about Lean manufacturing principles and improvement methodologies. · An understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) is preferred. THRIVE What you can expect of us As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, so we work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being. · Vast opportunities to learn and move up and across our global organization. · Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act. · Generous Total Rewards Plan comprising competitive salary, bonus structure, fixed 13th month, Amgen shares, holiday allowance and a collective health insurance. · Outstanding compensation for working in 2-shifts (16%) and 3-shifts (31,1%). · Focus on vitality with an on-site gym, sports fields and a restaurant with healthy food. Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. Join us at Amgen Breda and make a lasting impact on millions of lives while advancing your career in manufacturing. Apply today! .