Downstream Manager, Manufacturing

Novartis • Durham, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Downstream Manager, Manufacturing is responsible for organizing, managing, and continuously improving the manufacturing operations and process at a manufacturing site. Location: This position will be located in Durham, NC and will be an On-Site role.

Requirements

• B.S degree in biochemistry, chemical engineering, bioengineering, or related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Prior management experience.
• 5 years of experience in biopharmaceutical based GMP manufacturing operations including experience in cell culture, recovery, purification (TFF, chromatography), aseptic fill/finish with:
• Solid knowledge of FDA regulations and GMP systems
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong technical writing ability.
• Ability to motivate and mentor peers, staff, foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Experience in strategic/tactical planning, team building, and meeting budgets.

Responsibilities

• Leads a team of Manufacturing Associates whose direct responsibilities include producing product on the manufacturing floor.
• First line of contact to handle process and equipment deviations on the floor.
• Areas of responsibility could include upstream (cell culture), downstream (Purification), and/or fill/finish activities as well as media and buffers.
• Produces clinical and commercial material on an annual basis that meets the site’s strategic objects and is compliant with cGMPs and safety regulations.
• Accountable for performance in their area
• Sets vision, strategy and goals for their area.
• Accountable to have leader standard work for Supervisors and ensure activities are manageable within normal scheduled work hours.
• Proactively identifies risks to achieving goals and mitigates them.
• Creates environment where org can successfully achieve their goals, equally on all shifts.
• Partners with support groups to address issues safely, compliantly and effectively.
• Ensures documentation (batch records and SOPs) are accurate and updated as required.
• Participates in tours or information requests for all agency and internal audits of the manufacturing facilities/processes and respond to any observations received per procedure.
• Provides monthly manufacturing metrics as determined by management.
• Leads areas of tech transfer of new products and processes into the manufacturing area.
• Provide manufacturing feedback on engineering related projects.
• Identifies and implements continuous improvement opportunities.
• Leads and mentors staff.
• Write performance reviews and annual goals, hold one-on-ones, and handle HR related matters.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees