Supervisor, QC Microbiology-3rd Shift

 

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I. JOB SUMMARY

The Supervisor, QC Microbiology position supports the Quality Control group at Emergent BioSolutions Camden Campus to maintain process optimization and manufacturing activities. The Microbiology Supervisor is responsible for maintaining a safe and professional work environment.  They will supervise the following activities in support of the Microbiology, Environmental Monitoring, and Utility testing programs, which includes microbiological product testing, monitoring of the manufacturing production space, and supporting quality initiatives.  The individual may also conduct monitoring, testing, SOP generation and revision, investigation, and implementation of new microbiological programs as needed.

 

II.  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Supervise operational activities of laboratory personnel in an organized and efficient manner to prevent any delays in product release.
• Assist Microbiology Manager with all day-to-day production issues as they arise.
• Perform trend analysis for batch record turn around, deviations and OOS investigations.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives and corrective actions.
• Conduct microbiological qualitative and quantitative analyses of samples.
• Investigate, suggest, validate and implement new laboratory procedures/techniques.
• Provides expertise and troubleshoots microbiology related issues.
• Review record keeping and documentation of laboratory equipment maintenance.
• Review and update existing techniques, specifications, testing standards and SOPs or write new documents.
• Supervise and provide significant contribution to the development and implementation of CGMP.
• Document all procedures and results.
• Represent department in meetings with Production, QA/RA, Engineering and other related departments in the absence of the Microbiology Manager.
• Advise, recommend, and implement resolutions for quality issues and non-compliance.
• Maintain database of laboratory data tracking and trending.
• Ensure that all equipment is fully calibrated and validated.
• Work with the Microbiology Manager to author Microbiology related deviations, CAPA, OOS and OOL investigations.
• Assist Method Validation in validation report generation and review.
• Identify and recommend equipment, supplies and vendors for microbial analyses.
• Guide the professional development of supporting staff both as individual and as a group.
• Participate in interviewing process for hiring supporting staff.
• Participate and attend professional seminars, conferences and conventions.

 

The above statements are intended to describe the nature of work performed by those in this job and are not an exhaustive list of all duties. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time which reflects management’s assignment of essential functions.

 

III. MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Technical/Professional Knowledge—having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas, keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.
• Delegation—the individual delegates work assignments, gives authority to work independently, sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.
• Leadership—the individual inspires and motivates others to perform well and accepts feedback from others.
• Safety and Security—the individual observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly. May be required to lift items that are approximately 25lbs.
• Management Skills—the individual includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; makes self-available to staff; provides regular performance feedback; and develops subordinates’ skills and encourages growth.
• Quality Management—the individual looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thorou