Operations Manager - Life Sciences Distribution Easton, PA | On-site |

Second Shift:

Monday-Friday, 3:00 PM-11:30 PM | $100,000-$120,000 base + bonus A growing life sciences logistics operation is seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to lead second-shift warehouse and distribution activities in a highly regulated, temperature-controlled environment. This is a visible leadership role for someone who can do more than maintain established processes: the successful leader will think critically, develop supervisors, solve problems in a maturing operation, and build strong relationships with an on-site customer while protecting quality, safety, compliance, and product integrity. The operation is approximately 226,000 square feet and supports inbound and outbound distribution of high-value life sciences materials across frozen, refrigerated, and controlled room temperature environments. The Operations Manager will lead 3-5 supervisors and approximately 20 indirect team members while working closely with site leadership, Quality, and the customer. What You Will Own

• Lead second-shift inbound and outbound warehouse operations supporting life sciences and pharmaceutical supply chains.
• Coach, develop, and hold Warehouse Supervisors and frontline teams accountable for performance, safety, quality, and customer service.
• Serve as a key on-site customer-facing leader, handling requests, operational issues, KPI discussions, daily/weekly communication, and business reviews with sound judgment and professionalism.
• Operate within cGMP/GDP expectations and applicable

FDA/DSCSA

requirements, maintaining audit readiness, documentation discipline, product integrity, and adherence to quality agreements.

• Drive performance across throughput, fulfillment accuracy, OTIF, receiving/shipping timeliness, inventory and cycle-count accuracy, deviations/CAPA, safety, customer satisfaction, and budget performance.
• Partner with Quality on investigations, deviations, CAPAs, documentation accuracy, ALCOA+ principles, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify practical solutions in a growing operation where processes and infrastructure continue to mature; use critical thinking rather than simply relying on established procedure.
• Manage staffing, develop junior leaders, reinforce accountability, and build a collaborative, high-engagement culture.
• Support LEAN and continuous improvement efforts that strengthen service, efficiency, quality, and operational discipline.
• Maintain a safety-first environment and compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulatory requirements. What We Are Looking For
• 8-10 years of progressive operations leadership experience in warehousing, distribution, or logistics.
• Meaningful experience operating in a cGMP/GDP environment; direct pharmaceutical or life sciences distribution experience is highly desirable, but strong regulated-industry experience will be considered.
• Experience leading inbound and outbound operations in a temperature-controlled and/or highly regulated environment.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and develop supervisors and frontline leaders, build teams, and create accountability.
• Strong critical thinking and independent decision-making skills, including the judgment to navigate ambiguity and appropriately challenge issues when safety, quality, compliance, or customer outcomes are at risk.
• Comfort working directly with demanding customers and balancing customer needs with quality agreements, regulatory expectations, and sound operating practices.
• Working knowledge of audit readiness, deviations, CAPA, documentation controls, product integrity, and ALCOA+ principles.
• Ability to understand operational financials, manage a departmental budget, and connect operating decisions to business performance.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office; SAP or Manhattan experience is a plus.

B.S./B.A.

in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field preferred.

• Dangerous Goods/Hazardous Materials certification preferred; Certified Designated Representative (CDR) licensure is a plus.

The Leadership Profile This opportunity is best suited for a leader who is visible on the floor, comfortable making decisions, and energized by developing people. The organization is looking for someone who can help mature a relatively young operation, operate effectively through daily challenges and ambiguity, and build leadership capability beneath them. A safety- and quality-minded leader who asks good questions, communicates directly, and aspires to broader responsibility over time will be especially well aligned. Schedule, Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $100,000-$120,000, based on experience.
• Bonus opportunity tied to site and company performance.
• Second shift: Monday-Friday, 3:00 PM-11:30 PM.
• Weekend coverage is limited to business needs and operational emergencies.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match up to 3%.
• Approximately 2-3 weeks of paid time off, based on applicable company policy and experience.
• Local candidates are strongly preferred; relocation assistance may be considered for the right candidate.

Work Environment Work is performed in warehouse and office environments with frozen, refrigerated, controlled room temperature, and ambient zones. The role requires regular presence in the operation and may include bending, stooping, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, working on concrete surfaces, and use of warehouse equipment and systems as needed. Why Consider This Opportunity? This is an opportunity to join a growing life sciences logistics platform at a point where strong leadership can have a visible impact. The role offers meaningful ownership of people, customer relationships, quality, compliance, and operational performance, along with the opportunity to help shape a developing operation and grow into broader leadership responsibility over time. Qualified candidates who bring strong warehouse leadership, cGMP/GDP credibility, customer presence, and a track record of developing teams are encouraged to apply.

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Warehouse management: 5 years (Required)

GMP:

2 years (Preferred) Shift availability: Night Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person