Manager, Packaging Operations Supply Chain, Cell Therapy

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Position Summary:

The Packaging Operation Manager - Cell Therapy Supply Chain will oversee the Packaging Operation to support routine patient and/or healthy donor samples received, finished goods product labeling operations, and finished goods product shipment for Cell Therapy.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of inventory systems preferred

• This position will require supporting off-shift schedules, including holidays and weekends.

• Must be comfortable being exposed to human blood components.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day activities of the packaging operation for Devens Cell Therapy to ensure patient order delivery as required by the Patient Scheduling team.

• Manage the creation, implementation, and compliance of all documentation and procedures for the packaging operation team.

• Ensure the packaging operation associates are trained as per SOPs, Company Policies and that associates meet qualification requirements for the position to which they are assigned.

• Maintain operating and storage areas ready and safe to operate as per SOPs

• Identify tactical and operational issues to prevent deviations and maintain a compliance environment.

• Lead and manage the development of corrective and preventative actions, deviation responses, and investigations.

• Hire, mentor, and develop exceptional people: Conduct performance reviews and identify opportunities for career growth for manufacturing associates.

• Manage implementation and maintenance of appropriate training curricula

• Create an environment of teamwork, open communication, and a sense of urgency. Foster a safety culture and compliance with site policies and cGMP requirements.

• Additional duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned by the Supply Chain department.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant science or engineering discipline.

• Advanced degree a plus

• 5+ years of experience in cGMP manufacturing within a biopharmaceutical or cell therapy manufacturing environment

• 3+ years of experience with direct reports required.

• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training may substitute.

• Experience in electronic batch records a plus.

• Receiving and Shipping experience a plus

Working Conditions:

• Stand and Walk - Required to stand/walk while operating manufacturing/computer equipment for several hours at a time throughout the day. 

• Require working in a conference room environment for reasonable periods.

• Require working in labs, productions, and warehouse environments

• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and other clean room garments daily. This may include but is not limited to: safety shoes, safety glasses, aprons, face shields, lab coats, full full-body gowns, hairnets, gloves, and hearing protection. 

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