Biologics Manufacturing Leader
The Senior Manager for Cell Culture Operations oversees the production of drug substance, ensuring seamless coordination and execution across departments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Developing and implementing production plans within AOP and LRP timeframes.
* Owning cell culture processes from start to finish, including performance indicators.
* Leading and developing a team through active development planning, succession planning, and talent mapping.
* Maintaining financial control over operational expenses related to drug substance manufacturing, including budget management, forecasting, scrap management, and variance analysis.
A strong understanding of biologics manufacturing (cell culture and/or purification) is essential. The ideal candidate will be an active leader in operational safety, champion behavioral-based safety, and have a focus on compliance, cost awareness, and lean manufacturing. Experience in tech transfer of new products to commercial facilities is also required.