Upstream Supervisor (Biologics) - Day Shift

Holly Springs, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Manufacturing

Job Summary

Position Overview

As an upstream supervisor youll lead and inspire a team of manufacturing associates supporting the start up of a new large scale cell culture facility. The Upstream area includes: An inoculum lab two seed reactor trains (each with 4 reactors of increasing size) four 20000L production reactors a harvest suite media preparation and parts prep area.

You and your team will work ahour shift schedule to support the ongoing activities in these areas.

Youll start out leading a team in project phase supporting commissioning and qualification efforts in addition to helping prepare the facility to be operational ready. Its an exciting opportunity to help build out processes and procedures in preparation of the first GMP run later this year.

*Relocation Assistance Available*

Company Overview

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is building the future of bioproduction in Holly Springs North Carolina. By end of 2025 well open North Americas largest end-to-end CDMO biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility offering drug substance production fill-finish and packaging under one roof.

Were looking for passionate mission-driven people to help us realize this exciting vision and deliver the next vaccine cure or therapy. We offer a dynamic work environment and were proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your purpose energy and drivewhat we call Genki. Ready to shape the future of medicine Lets transform healthcare together!

Holly Springs North Carolina combines small-town warmth with proximity to Raleighs thriving tech scene making it the perfect blend of community and opportunity.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare electronics business innovation and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of giving our world more smiles. Visit: Description

What Youll Do

Project Phase (Through Q3 2025)

Supports various commissioning and qualification activities
Lead and support your team in operational readiness tasks as required such as: document review/approval team onboarding and materials management
Responsible for building and executing a training plan for your team to prepare for the first GMP batches later this year
Mentoring and developing team members
Administers company policies such as but not limited to: travel & expense time reporting and time off that directly impact employees
Collaborate and coordinate cross functionally with various support groups as needed in support of start up activities

Operations Phase (Starting Q3 2025)

Provides on-the-floor leadership for a shift team of up to 7-10 manufacturing associates
Coordinates the execution of the manufacturing schedule through daily shift assignments lead daily huddles and manages escalations
Fosters an inclusive people-first culture with regular communication conducting 1:1s focusing on the development and success of your team
Maintains a safe and cGMP compliant environment by ensuring direct reports have correct and up-to-date training performing gemba walks and having a safety and quality mindset culture within your team
Supports manufacturing investigations and continuous improvement projects
Coordinates with other functional areas for additional activities requiring access to the manufacturing space and equipment such as but not limited to: maintenance calibration activities and the use of manufacturing equipment
Administers company policies such as but not limited to: time reporting time off shift policies and inclement weather that directly impact manufacturing employees

Basic Requirements

High School Diploma or GED with 8 years of experience from a similar role in large pharma/biotech operations or projects

Preferred Requirements

BA/BS Degree in Life Sciences with 4 years of experience from a similar role in large pharma/biotech operations or projectsOR
Associates Degree in Life Sciences and 6 years of experience from a similar role in large pharma/biotech operations or projectsOR
Military Experience of equivalence
Experience in manufacturing of biological products familiar with GMP/GLP requirements
Previous experience leading supervising or managing others

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Will work in an environment which may necessitate respiratory protection
May work in Mechanical/Production spaces that may require hearing protection and enrollment in a hearting conservation program
Ability to discern audible cues

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to ascend or descend ladders scaffolding ramps etc.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include wrist hands and/or fingers.
Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 10 lbs.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Will work in heights greater than 4 feet

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EEO Information

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Required Experience:

Manager

Position OverviewAs an upstream supervisor youll lead and inspire a team of manufacturing associates supporting the start up of a new large scale cell culture facility. The Upstream area includes: An inoculum lab two seed reactor trains (each with 4 reactors of increasing size) four 20000L productio...