External Manufacturing Operations Manager

Location: Boston, MA

Role Description

This role is responsible for coordinating external manufacturing operations across suppliers, engineering, and internal teams to ensure reliable and efficient production. This is a hands-on, cross-functional role that combines operational execution with the ability to engage in technical discussions related to manufacturing equipment, systems, and process challenges.

You will work closely with external manufacturing partners (CMOs) and internal stakeholders to support product transfers, maintain supply continuity, and resolve manufacturing issues. The role is well-suited for someone with an engineering background who is interested in transitioning into a more operational, cross-functional role while remaining close to technical problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day coordination with external manufacturing partners and suppliers
• Support technology transfer activities from development into manufacturing
• Partner with engineering teams and CMOs to troubleshoot equipment, process, and production challenges
• Track production schedules, materials, and deliverables to ensure timelines are met
• Coordinate inventory, materials, and purchase orders to support manufacturing
• Identify and resolve operational issues impacting production, quality, or delivery
• Provide technical input and support during manufacturing issue resolution and product transfers
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and supply processes
• Support quality and continuous improvement efforts for existing products

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field preferred
• 5–8 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or related technical environments
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment, systems, or hardware-based processes
• Experience or exposure to external manufacturing, suppliers, or production environments
• Ability to engage in technical discussions and problem-solve manufacturing challenges
• Strong organizational and cross-functional coordination skills

Core Competencies

• Strong execution and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work across technical and non-technical teams
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Detail-oriented and proactive

Work Authorization & Location

This position is based on site in Boston, MA. Candidates must currently reside in the greater Boston area and be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. Emulate is not able to provide visa sponsorship or relocation assistance for this role.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $95,000 – $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience and internal equity
• Annual Bonus: Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Equity: Participation in the company’s equity incentive program
• Comprehensive Benefits:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Commuter benefits and pre-tax transit options
• 401(k) plan
• Life and disability coverage

Equal Opportunities

Emulate is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We take unbiased action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or ability status.

Our methods for hiring include ensuring that all available opportunities are fairly promoted — via online globally available channels — in a manner accessible to all potential applicants.

About Emulate, Inc.

Emulate, Inc. is the pioneer of Organ-on-a-Chip technology, enabling researchers to accurately replicate human tissue function and disease biology through next generation in vitro models. From target discovery to IND submission, Emulate aims to ignite a new era in human health research—one that reduces animal testing, cuts drug development costs, and accelerates the delivery of life-saving treatments.

Emulate’s Organ-Chip platforms, consumables, and organ models help the world’s leading pharmaceutical, biotech, and academic teams generate human-relevant data that advance safer, more effective therapies. Learn more at www.emulatebio.com.