Cell Cultures, Commissioning, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Physical Demands, Safety Compliance, Startup, Team Lead/Manager
Upstream Supervisor leads and inspires a manufacturing team supporting the startup of a large-scale cell culture facility with diverse areas including inoculum lab, seed reactors, production reactors, harvest, media prep, and parts area.
- Supports commissioning, qualification, and process buildout during project phases before GMP operations begin.
- Develops training plans, mentors team members, and ensures operational readiness for GMP batch production.
- Provides on-the-floor leadership during operations, managing shift teams, coordinating schedules, and maintaining safety and compliance.
- Collaborates across functions for activities like maintenance and investigations.
Basic requirements include experience in large pharma/biotech operations; preferred candidates have a relevant degree and supervisory experience. The role involves physical demands and working in environments requiring PPE. Relocation assistance is available.