Job Details
Legal Address - Austin, TX $180000.00 - $220000.00 Salary
Job Posting Date(s)
07/09/2025
Description
Position Summary
As the Director of Manufacturing Operations, you'll be instrumental in advancing PRL’s mission: delivering uncompromising quality, purity, and effectiveness through excipient‑free, non‑toxic, science‑backed supplements. Your leadership will underscore safety, integrity, transparency, and collaboration, bringing PRL’s vision to life with small, dedicated teams.
Essential Functions
- Department Leadership & Oversight Lead department heads in the following areas, while remaining directly responsible for all other manufacturing functions:
- Purchasing & Procurement: Strategic sourcing, supplier management, negotiations, optimal inventory, and compliance
- Shipping, Receiving & Fulfillment: Inbound/outbound logistics, inventory accuracy, and efficient order fulfillment
- Facilities & Grounds Maintenance: Building systems, safety, preventative maintenance, and vendor oversight
- Manufacturing Operations: Production execution, quality management, and cGMP compliance at CMOs
- Drive Product Commercialization Excellence Spearhead cross‑functional collaboration—working with R&D, Quality, and Procurement—to deliver scalable, cost‑controlled product launches using industry best practices.
- Champion Process & Continuous Improvement Embed Lean Six Sigma, 5S, and data‑driven initiatives across manufacturing and operational sites—supporting PRL’s “we aim high” ethos.
- People Leadership & Talent Development Mentor internal teams with a values‑first mentality—prioritizing integrity, curiosity, empathy, and collaboration that define PRL’s culture.
- Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Communication Serve as the central connector across R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Marketing, and Sales—ensuring strategic alignment and transparency.
- Strategic Production Planning & Demand Forecasting Design scalable production plans driven by sales forecasts, seasonality, and product cadence to sustain PRL’s commitment to timely delivery.
- Supplier, Vendor & CMO Relationship Management Negotiate SLAs and contracts; set performance expectations to reinforce PRL’s ethos of collaboration and excellence.
- Budgeting, Cost Control & Capital Planning Manage manufacturing P&L, annual budgets, CAPEX planning, and COGS optimization—ensuring financial integrity and sustainable growth.
- Technology Adoption & Digital Transformation Lead integration of ERP systems, analytics, automation, and predictive maintenance—propelling PRL’s agile, data‑driven evolution.
- Sustainability & Safety Leadership Champion environmental stewardship and ensure OSHA and cGMP compliance—applying sustainable practices across all manufacturing operations and partners
Core Competencies
- Speak/write/read English
- Decision maker with strong aptitude for complex processes
- Highly organized
- Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems
- Knowledgeable of Lean or Six Sigma Quality Systems
- Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Time management skills
- Knowledge of business and asset management
- Knowledge of engineering and economics
Work Environment
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is in an office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment. This position involves sitting for extended periods of time.
Work Schedule
- Monday-Friday (shifts may vary based on the needs of the company)
- Occasional overtime may be required
Why You’ll Love Working at PRL
- Mission‑Driven Impact: Every day, you'll help deliver non‑toxic, science‑backed nutrition to health professionals and clients.
- Values‑Driven Culture: Join a team that “aims high,” “works together,” “stays agile,” “gets it done,” and “cares”—living PRL’s core values.
- Innovation & Autonomy: Shape tech‑forward manufacturing strategies across procurement, logistics, facilities, and CMOs.
- Team‑Centric Environment: Small, collaborative teams where your leadership shapes success and employee growth.
- Competitive Rewards & Flexibility: Enjoy a competitive salary + bonus, health benefits, and a hands‑on workplace culture.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- 10+ years in manufacturing & operations, including 5+ years in supplement contract manufacturing (healthcare practitioner brand experience preferred
- Bachelors in engineering, Science, Operations, or Supply Chain (MBA preferred)
- Lean Six Sigma training (Green/Black belt desirable)
- Deep expertise in cGMP, FDA, DSHEA, FSMA, BOM/COGS, NPD processes, and contract manufacturing KPIs
- Proven leadership in cross‑functional, data‑driven environments
- Experience with ERP systems and data analytics tools
- Embodies PRL’s values: quality, integrity, transparency, and collaborative teamwork
