Downstream Operations Manager

Job Description

Downstream Operations Manager

Are you ready to lead a dynamic team in a cutting-edge biopharmaceutical environment? Our company is seeking a Downstream Operations Manager who is passionate about driving excellence in production processes and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Join us in our mission to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals.

Responsibilities:

• Model our company's leadership principles and inclusive behaviors.

• Hire, manage, and develop employees within the team.

• Provide coaching and support skills development and process capabilities within the Integrated Process Team (IPT).

• Offer effective feedback and coaching during the Performance Management cycle and ensure Employee Development Plans (EDP’s) are in place.

• Ensure all operators receive appropriate training for all assigned tasks.

• Manage the effective performance of individuals in their teams.

• Lead Tier and functional team meetings.

• Demonstrate a strong compliance mindset (EHS, Quality, and Finance) and set a high standard for themselves and their team.

• Ensure safe operating instructions for all tasks and equipment are followed.

• Ensure the availability and utilization of the right tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment.

• Report all incidents and near misses within 24 hours and participate in the investigation and identification of effective corrective and preventative actions (CAPA).

• Support the on-time completion of Quality compliance tasks related to Deviation, CAPA, and Change Control management.

• Support all aspects of Quality Assurance including cGMP, RFT, and good documentation practices and provide coaching to the team.

• Be accountable for the daily, weekly, and monthly schedule adherence of production activities within their department.

• Contribute to creating a culture of continuous improvement and lead by example.

• Sponsor effective problem solving and ensure that resources are available.

• Ensure visibility and communication of key productivity metrics with the teams.

• Implement and execute Standard Work in all functional areas.

• Meet agreed departmental budget for Spend, Transfers to Inventory (TTI), Discards, and Headcount.

• Recognize and investigate opportunities for financial savings.

Qualifications:

Required

• High School Diploma/GED with five years in the vaccine, pharmaceutical, food, or equivalent industry or

• Bachelor’s degree with three years in the vaccine, pharmaceutical, food, or equivalent industry

• Excellent teambuilding skills that focus on mentoring and coaching

• Working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s) or equivalent regulations

• Ability to prioritize, focus on, and obtain results

• Working knowledge of aseptic techniques

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills

• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills

Preferred

• Supervisory experience

• Experience with vaccine manufacturing, Clean in Place (CIP), Steam in Place (SIP)

• Experience in SAP and inventory control

• Lean, Six Sigma experience

This is a weekend night position supporting Thurs-Sun Night production.

Required Skills:

Accountability, Adaptability, Aseptic Manufacturing, cGMP Compliance, Data Analysis, Employee