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Ops Manager - Project Delivery & Mfg.
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation · 🇺🇸 Denton
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 75 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 31 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles2 certified filings for “Senior Principal Product Service Manager” (Information Technology Project Managers) in NJ: $127k–$127k, median $127k. Most were filed at wage level III (100%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($98,700) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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The US Department of Labor certified 75 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 31 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Job Description Summary Business Title: Operations Manager - Project Delivery & Manufacturing #LI-Onsite Location: Denton, TX Join Novartis and help shape the future of radioligand therapy manufacturing from the ground up. As the Operations Manager - Project Delivery & Manufacturing, you will play a critical leadership role in supporting the ramp up of our new Radioligand Therapy manufacturing site in Denton, Texas. This unique opportunity places you at the intersection of project delivery, operational readiness, and manufacturing leadership, where you will build the foundation for a high-performing manufacturing organization while driving startup readiness, workforce development, cross-functional integration, and commercial launch success. As the site transitions into operations, you will lead Manufacturing Operations and help create a culture of safety, quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement that supports patients around the world. Job Description Key Responsibilities • Lead operational readiness, startup planning, and commercialization activities for the Denton manufacturing site. • Support the ramp up of Novartis' new Radioligand Therapy manufacturing site in Denton, Texas. • Drive cross-functional project delivery, governance, and operational integration across site workstreams. • Build manufacturing capabilities through workforce planning, training, onboarding, and organizational development. • Lead Manufacturing Operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people objectives. • Develop high-performing teams while fostering accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. • Establish systems, processes, and performance metrics that enable successful commercial manufacturing operations. Essential Requirements • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, Military Science, or a related discipline. • 6-10 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, engineering, logistics, supply chain, project management, military, or another complex operational environment. • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional programs, operational initiatives, or large-scale projects. • Experience developing operational readiness programs, workforce strategies, training plans, or organizational buildout activities. • Proven ability to lead teams in dynamic environments while driving operational excellence and performance improvement. • Strong leadership, communication, planning, and organizational skills with the ability to influence across functions. Desirable Requirements • Experience supporting startup, operational readiness, manufacturing operations, or organizational buildout activities. • Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, Good Manufacturing Practice, or another regulated manufacturing environment. The salary for this position is expected to range between $98,700 and $183,300 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves. To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer