Biopharmaceutical Production Manager

GSK•King of Prussia, PA

About The Position

We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients. Position Summary This role is part of a dynamic operations team delivering vital medicines to patients globally. The Production Manager upholds GSK Values and Expectations, working collaboratively with colleagues and support groups. Reporting to the Value Stream Lead and Site Leadership, they are responsible for ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-effective execution of biopharmaceutical processes, and coordinating with department heads on projects to enhance performance for current and future products

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline
Minimum 5 years of experience in biopharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing.
Minimum 3 years of people leadership experience overseeing both direct and indirect reports

Nice To Haves

5 or more years of experience in large-scale manufacturing preferred.
Proficient verbal and written communication abilities are essential, as is the capacity to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
Experience in hands-on operations, previous people leadership roles, and participation in responsibilities beyond production operations are preferred.
A demonstrated commitment to quality and compliance, accompanied by a proven track record.
Outstanding interpersonal and leadership skills, as well as strong influence and relationship-building capabilities with a focus on teamwork, are also necessary.

Responsibilities

Carry out tasks and interactions in accordance with GSK’s core values: Accountability for Impact, Ambition for Patients, and Doing the Right Thing.
Follow GSK’s leadership expectations by focusing on priorities, motivating others, and supporting team growth to encourage high performance.
Partner with the NPI leads and support team managers for the successful implementation of new products and equipment.
Manage 4 shift operations in a 24/7 facility, overseeing production supervisors, specialists, and front-line staff.
Ensure compliance with manufacturing, safety, and environmental regulations (GSK QMS/EHS, CFR/cGMP, OSHA, local/state/federal requirements).
Oversee documentation practices, approve Batch Documents, and ensure SOP and logbooks are maintained and within compliance, and ensure sufficient data integrity controls in place.
Set departmental priorities using operational data and staff capacity.
Meet department and site KPIs for safety, quality, and supply.
Approve safety and compliance investigations; promote transparency and a values-driven culture.
Hold teams accountable for cross-functional activities like engineering, validation, and tech transfer studies.
Recommend updates to digital platforms.
Develop workforce plans for staff development and performance management.
Define production and staffing requirements to meet schedules.