Manager-Manufacturing Cell Lab

Your Role

Cell Lab Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead daily cell laboratory operations by driving departmental performance, production metrics, and alignment with site business objectives.
• Oversee quality systems, including change controls, CAPAs, deviations, and quality reviews to ensure compliance with cGMP requirements and site standards.
• Develop, coach, and mentor a high-performing laboratory team while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, TSMS, and Manufacturing to resolve technical issues, optimize laboratory processes, and execute strategic initiatives.
• Manage laboratory resources, operational planning, and production schedules while utilizing root cause problem-solving methodologies to improve performance and support the site Business Plan.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field.
• Experience: A minimum of 5–8 years of experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment, with significant experience in a leadership role.

Top 2 Skills

• Strong leadership and people development skills combined with expertise in cGMP manufacturing, quality systems, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading cell culture or biologics manufacturing operations in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or vaccine manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing change controls, CAPAs, deviation investigations, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of LEAN manufacturing and root cause problem-solving methodologies.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership while driving strategic operational initiatives.
• Experience managing departmental budgets, production planning, and manufacturing performance metrics.

Benefits

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.