Supervisor, Manufacturing

Novartis • Durham, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

What if your leadership could directly impact the delivery of life-changing therapies to patients worldwide? As a Supervisor, Manufacturing, you will lead frontline operations in a dynamic GMP environment, driving performance, quality, and continuous improvement. You’ll empower a team, ensure operational excellence, and play a critical role in producing high-quality clinical and commercial products safely and efficiently.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree with at least five years of biopharmaceutical GMP manufacturing experience
• Bachelor of Science degree with three years of experience manufacturing Novartis Gene Therapies products
• Seven years of experience in biologics, pharmaceutical, or vaccine manufacturing within a GMP environment
• Hands-on experience in cell culture, recovery, purification, and aseptic fill finish operations
• Solid knowledge of FDA regulations and GMP systems
• Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to manage, mentor, and motivate teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing
• Ability to meet physical requirements, including lifting over thirty five pounds and approximately ten percent travel

Nice To Haves

• Data Analytics

Responsibilities

• Lead shift manufacturing operations to meet production targets aligned with site strategy and quality standards
• Assign tasks and coordinate team activities to ensure efficient and compliant operations each shift
• Act as primary contact during shift for troubleshooting and emergency response coordination
• Lead and document investigations, including deviations, non conformances, and corrective and preventive actions
• Partner with Quality to resolve issues compliantly and drive timely closure of investigations
• Ensure batch records and standard operating procedures are accurate, complete, and up to date
• Maintain safe, environmentally responsible, and compliant manufacturing processes at all times
• Monitor operations and identify continuous improvement opportunities to enhance performance and efficiency
• Communicate shift performance and key updates clearly through end of shift summaries
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members, managing performance, goals, and employee relations

Benefits

• health
• life
• disability benefits
• 401(k) with company contribution and match
• generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves
• performance-based cash incentive
• eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager