Director of Manufacturing - Pharmaceutical Operations
Medline
Waukegan, IL · Posted November 6, 2026
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Medline has filed one layoff notice in the last twelve months, covering 304 workers, most recently October 2026. These are public filings with state labor departments, and an open role can sit alongside them. See the filings
About the job
Job SummaryJob DescriptionMedline is seeking a Director of Manufacturing to lead its ReadyCare manufacturing site in Waukegan, ILL through a significant operational and regulatory transformation. This highly visible role will oversee approximately 150 employees across three...