Hims AND Hers

Hims AND Hers

Site Leader/ Operations Director - Peptide API

Menlo Park, California · Director · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago
Supply ChainGMPFDA RegulatoryMass SpectrometryLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

  • This role is responsible for establishing/enhancing production processes, implementing/modifying GMP systems, and leading day-to-day manufacturing activities.
  • The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and is equally comfortable setting strategy and executing on the floor.
  • Provide hands-on technical leadership by troubleshooting peptide synthesis, purification (HPLC), and downstream manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

  • Build and scale peptide API manufacturing operations from early-stage development through commercial readiness.
  • Develop and implement production workflows for peptide synthesis, including SPPS, purification, and lyophilization.
  • Lead and develop a growing manufacturing team while remaining actively engaged in day-to-day operations as needed.
  • Establish production planning, scheduling, and operational systems to support scalable manufacturing.
  • Build and implement cGMP-compliant quality systems, including batch records, SOPs, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls.
  • Collaborate with R&D to transfer peptide manufacturing processes into production and optimize processes for scalability, yield, and robustness.
  • Identify and implement process improvements that increase operational efficiency, product quality, and manufacturing reliability.
  • Support hiring, onboarding, training, and development of a high-performing manufacturing organization.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
  • 8+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing, preferably including early-stage or startup environments.
  • Hands-on technical expertise with solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS), peptide purification (HPLC), and downstream processing, with the ability to troubleshoot complex manufacturing challenges.
  • Strong working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), including experience implementing and maintaining quality systems in a regulated environment.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with limited resources, balancing competing priorities and adapting to changing business needs.

Nice to have

  • Direct experience in peptide API manufacturing strongly preferred.

Skills

  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Compensation

  • Competitive salary & equity compensation for full-time roles

Benefits

  • Competitive salary & equity compensation for full-time roles
  • Unlimited PTO, company holidays, and quarterly mental health days
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental & vision, and parental leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
  • 401k benefits with employer matching contribution
  • We are committed to building a workforce that reflects diverse perspectives and prioritizes ethics, wellness, and a strong sense of belonging.

Company info

  • We are seeking a highly motivated, hands-on Operations Leader to help build and scale manufacturing operations for a peptide API facility.

Equal opportunity

  • If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@forhims.com and describe the needed accommodation.
  • Your privacy is important to us, and any information you share will only be used for the legitimate purpose of considering your request for accommodation.

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