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Langham Logistics, Inc
Operations Manager - Life Science Division
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What they do
An Operations Manager manages operations for a specific area within a company or organization. Supervises staff, oversees quality control, process improvement, and budget management for daily work activities. Has significant authority within their area of responsibility such as hiring, training, and managing staff.
$99,348 / year median in Indiana
+9% projected growth
Job Description
The Operations Manager contributes to Langham's goals of exceptional customer service, quality, process improvement, regulatory compliance, and profitability by leading the Inbound and Outbound operations of Life Sciences warehouse and distribution facilities. As the primary face to the customer, this role ensures that all activities are executed in accordance with Langham Life Sciences Logistics standards, client requirements, cGMP/GDP expectations, FDA/DSCSA regulations, and industry best practices. This position defines the work environment, sets goals and performance standards, and ensures compliance, safety, product integrity, operational discipline, and cultural alignment. The Operations Manager leads Warehouse Supervisors and their teams, ensuring performance across operational, financial, compliance, and customer satisfaction metrics. The Operations Manager also contributes to Langham's revenue goals for temperature-controlled warehousing and distribution by supporting business development opportunities and enabling operational growth. This role works closely with the Sr. Operations Manager to identify process improvements, support LEAN initiatives, and champion a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Key Outcomes Expected Operational Excellence & Productivity Lead all Inbound and Outbound Life Sciences warehouse operations. Manage operational metrics and benchmark performance indicators. Achieve financial, quality, and supply performance aligned with customer expectations. Identify areas for process improvement and support LEAN activities. Ensure all team members follow Langham policies, procedures, and cGMP/GDP requirements. Manage and adhere to departmental budgets. Compliance & Quality Ensure compliance with cGMP, GDP, DSCSA, and quality standards. Maintain audit readiness for regulatory, customer, and internal audits. Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation following ALCOA+. Support investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and quality initiatives. Safety & Regulatory Adherence Enforce safety programs and OSHA requirements. Maintain compliance with TSA, Homeland Security, and regulatory mandates. Promote a safety-first culture through reporting, corrective actions, and risk reduction. Customer Expectations & Relationship Management Serve as the primary point of contact for client requests and issues. Represent Langham in customer meetings and business reviews. Manage daily/weekly customer communication and reporting. Monitor KPIs and adjust priorities to meet customer supply chain needs. Leadership & Workforce Culture Manage, coach, and develop Warehouse Supervisors and staff. Ensure staffing levels meet operational requirements. Support career development planning and team competency. Promote positive communication and collaboration across departments. Reinforce Langham's Core Values and maintain a performance-driven culture. Critical Skill, Knowledge and Behaviors Experience leading warehouse/distribution operations. Strong customer support skills. Ability to analyze and interpret financial statements. Independent decision-making aligned with company and customer interests. Strong detail orientation and accuracy. Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication. Ability to prioritize and multi-task under time constraints. Logical and analytical problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and WMS. Mastery of cGMP and GDP practices in life sciences distribution. Commitment to continuous improvement and LEAN methodologies. Education and Experience