Supervisor, Downstream Purification
BioSpace · Novato, CA · 2 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Leads the daily operations in the area, making appropriate decisions, troubleshooting, and ensuring schedules are adhered to with minimal oversight
- Directs and provides hands-on training to staff members
- Manages staff effectively, setting standards and fostering a culture of compliance, strong work ethic, and continuous learning
- Takes responsibility for complex projects and interacts effectively with peers across manufacturing to achieve alignment and improvements
- Pairs with support groups such as Facilities, Validation, MSAT, and Quality to complete scheduled activities
Process Knowledge
- Strong knowledge and experience in all aspects of relevant process theory, equipment, and compliance
- Able to troubleshoot, identify issues, and support resolutions with technical groups
- Performs ongoing operational tasks in respective work area using scientific thinking and decision-making
Quality and Compliance
- Comprehensive understanding and adherence to cGMPs as related to commercial operations
- Initiates and owns required Corrective and Preventative Actions and leads change control actions
- Supports the closure of manufacturing discrepancies and change requests
- Current understanding of FDA and EMEA guidelines, cGMPs for Manufactured Drug Products
Business
- Experience with business systems such as Process Historian, LIMS, Trackwise, ERP, MES
- Supports trend analysis and communication of departmental metrics
- Identifies and drives opportunities for process and business optimization
- Translates company and department goals into actionable objectives for self and staff
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Applied Physics, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience
- At least 4 years of directly related industry experience, including at least 2 years with proven leadership roles
Night Shift Details
- Sundays, Tuesdays, and alternate Wednesdays, 1800-0700
- MFG area specific to Drug Substance Purification
- 100% time on-site