Manager Oral Solid Dosage; Mfg & Packaging

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Full Time Regular Management Whippany, NJ, US

13 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Halo Pharmaceutical is a technology-focused contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in solid, semi-solid, and liquid dosage forms, with differentiated expertise in controlled substances manufacturing. With facilities in the United States and Canada, Halo supports leading pharmaceutical companies through high-quality manufacturing, operational excellence, and customer-focused solutions.

Join a growing CDMO where your leadership, operational expertise, and ability to drive performance will directly influence site success and customer satisfaction.

Halo Pharmaceutical is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manager, Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) Manufacturing & Packaging to lead manufacturing and packaging operations within a dynamic cGMP pharmaceutical environment. This is a high‑visibility onsite leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, improving throughput and efficiency, strengthening inspection readiness, and developing high‑performing teams across OSD operations. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with strong technical expertise in oral solid dosage manufacturing, a passion for continuous improvement, and the ability to lead effectively within a fast‑paced pharmaceutical CDMO environment.

Location:

100% onsite – 30 N. Jefferson Road, Whippany, NJ

• Lead OSD manufacturing and packaging operations including granulation, compression, encapsulation, coating, and packaging activities
• Drive operational performance, capacity optimization, and throughput improvements to support customer demand and business growth
• Foster a strong culture of quality, compliance, accountability, and inspection readiness aligned with cGMP and FDA expectations
• Utilize KPIs and operational metrics to improve efficiency, productivity, and overall team performance
• Provide technical leadership and operational oversight for OSD processes and validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ/PV)
• Lead investigations, deviations, root cause analysis, and CAPA implementation
• Partner cross‑functionally with Quality, Engineering, Validation, Supply Chain, and Technical Services teams to achieve operational objectives
• Support capital projects, process improvements, and operational excellence initiatives
• Coach, mentor, and develop manufacturing teams while fostering engagement, collaboration, and accountability
• Support budget management and operational decision‑making with strong business and financial acumen

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline required;
  Lean Six Sigma a plus
• 10+ years of pharmaceutical manufacturing experience, including significant OSD operations experience
• Leadership experience within a pharmaceutical manufacturing or CDMO environment
• Strong knowledge of cGMP regulations, FDA 21 CFR Parts 210/211, and inspection readiness practices
• Technical expertise in oral solid dosage manufacturing and packaging operations
• Proven ability to lead teams, improve operational performance, and drive continuous improvement
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills

• Opportunity to play a key leadership role within a growing pharmaceutical CDMO
• High level of visibility and direct impact on operational and business performance
• Collaborative and team‑oriented culture
• Opportunity to lead operational improvements and influence site performance
• Fast‑paced environment with strong professional growth potential

Halo Pharma provides a pay range for this role in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Individual pay rates are determined by assessing expertise, skills, education, and professional background

Halo is an Equal Opportunity / Affine employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.