Supervisor Aseptic Processing

Overview

The Supervisor Aseptic Processing is a part of the Manufacturing team at 700 Spring Garden St Philadelphia PA. Colocated at the American Red Cross Penn Jersey Region this Iovance facility produces a critical raw material used in the companys TIL process. The critical raw material is processed from leukapheresis units and frozen. This role provides guidance and oversite to the process and production as well as timely document review ensuring material is made in a safe and compliant manner and meeting company targets. The Aseptic Manufacturing Supervisor is also responsible for the development of staff ensuring a highly effective First time right program to accommodate Iovances needs as a growing organization. This role provides support the management of any deviations and CAPAs for manufacturing team. The supervisor demonstrates innovative technical knowledge and will significantly contribute to the overall manufacturing operation.

As this role is part of the leadership team for manufacturing operations a background in cell culture aseptic gowning and qualification and ISO class 5 cleanroom operations is required.

2nd shift

• Tuesday Friday 2:30pm1:00am

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Supervision and Development of direct reports (operators) mentoring/coaching to motivate and mentor peers/ staff to foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Schedule and coordinate daytoday activities ensuring conformance to the daily schedule.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of current production process as this role is viewed as a subject matter expert within specific area. Significant experience in aseptic processing techniques and a thorough understanding of regulatory requirements for a cGMP manufacturing facility is required.
• Perform review of batch documentation and logbooks for completeness and accuracy.
• Ability to work under limited supervision and to handle problems of a more difficult nature.
• Continuously seek and support new approaches practices and processes to improve the efficiency and efficacy of the operation.
• Establish objectives and conduct performance reviews monitoring progress toward objectives and provide timely feedback to Management.
• Author and revise documentation including drafting and approval of SOPs Batch Records Deviations CAPAs etc.
• Ensure the department understands and complies with quality standards and requirements as documented.
• Ensure efficient operations and compliance with cGMPs and safety regulation.

Required Education Skills and Knowledge

• Minimum B.S. degree in biology biochemistry bioengineering or related technical field or equivalent industry and technical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in biopharmaceutical based GMP manufacturing operations including experience in cell culture
• Demonstrated technical knowledge of aseptic processing in cleanroom environments a must.
• Strong knowledge of and experience in inlab skills training including aseptic technique and cell culture processing.
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills and actively contributes to training report generation and documentation (batch records deviations . Strong technical writing ability required.
• Experience leading development initiatives e. training coaching learning initiatives.
• Ability to mentor and provide best practices to other members of the team.
• Ability to build relationships quickly and Provide consistent excellent support to entire staff with the ability to manage the teams within the manufacturing environment.
• Proactive results oriented selfstarter with demonstrated strong leadership skills and experience in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity ready to change gears and plans quickly with the need to manage constant change.
• Ability to work successfully in a fastpaced teamoriented environment.
• Quality mindset familiar with 21 CFR Part 11 and standard GxP best practices and FDA regulations.
• Remains current regarding current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) guidelines and develops and/or modifies production methods to fully address compliance issues.

Preferred Education Skills and Knowledge

• Minimum of 3 years in a Lead/Leadership/Supervisory Role is desire

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to enable individuals to perform essential functions. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation.

Physical Demands and Activities Required:

• Clarity of vision at near and midrange depth perception ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Must be able to wear appropriate clean room attire and all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • i.e. scrubs gowning coverall masks gloves etc.
• Must meet requirements for and be able to wear a halfface respirator.
• Able to stand and/or walk 90 (and sit 10 of a 10hr day which may include climbing ladders or steps.
• Ability to crouch bend twist reach and perform activities with repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift 20 lbs.

Mental:

• Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment troubleshooting problemsolving analysis and discretion; ability to handle workrelated stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadline

Work Environment:

• Able to work in cleanroom with biohazards human blood components chemicals and variable noise levels.
• Works in production environment with exposure to latex and Potential exposure to noise and equipment hazards and strong odors.
• This position will work in both an office and a manufacturing lab setting.
• When in the lab must be able to work in Lab setting with various chemical/biochemical exposures including latex and bleach.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions duties or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

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